Gates 21976 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper

Gates 21976 Molded Coolant Hose

The Gates 21976 molded coolant hose is built for upper radiator and heater-circuit service on select Ford Taurus applications. Made from EPDM and formed to OEM-style dimensions, it provides a direct replacement option for cooling-system maintenance on 1989-1995 Ford Taurus models.

Key Features

• EPDM construction for coolant-system durability
• Molded hose shape for a precise routing profile
• 1.44 in. inside diameter at both ends
• 17.6 in. centerline length
• Designed for upper coolant hose applications
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings

Product Details

Gates Molded Coolant Hose line is engineered for replacement cooling-system service across upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant applications. Part number 21976 follows OEM-quality specifications and is shaped for the Ford Taurus upper hose position, including 1993-1995 Ford Taurus radiator and HVAC compatible coolant and heater hose applications. This Gates 21976 hose is a practical choice when replacing a worn or leaking molded radiator coolant hose on the Ford Taurus.

This part cross-references MTC/Ronak 8666 for the same application.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Coolant leaks from a cracked or aged upper hose
• Softening, swelling, or collapse of the original hose
• Improper hose routing after prior repair work
• Loss of cooling-system pressure at the hose connection points
• HVAC or heater-circuit coolant hose replacement on supported Taurus applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify hose routing, end diameters, and centerline length before installation. Inspect hose clamps, necks, and adjoining cooling-system components for wear or corrosion before transferring the new hose into service. Confirm the vehicle application against the listed fitment: Fits 1989-1995 Ford Taurus, upper; Fits 1993-1995 Ford Taurus, upper.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for replacement use in the cooling system. The EPDM construction and molded profile are intended to match the original routing and fit requirements for the listed Ford Taurus applications.