Gates 22038 Radiator Coolant Hose - Tee-2 To Engine

Gates 22038 Molded Coolant Hose

The Gates 22038 molded coolant hose is built for radiator and heater circuit service where a formed hose is required for proper routing and fit. Made from EPDM and shaped to OEM-style dimensions, it supports direct replacement on a wide range of Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Dodge Ram, and Jeep applications.

Gates Molded Coolant Hose is a replacement line focused on application-specific shapes for upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant paths. That makes it a practical choice when you need a molded radiator coolant hose that matches the original routing without adapting a universal hose.

Key Features

• EPDM construction for coolant-system use
• Molded design for factory-style hose routing
• 24 mm inside diameter at both ends
• 4.5 in. centerline length
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings
• Direct replacement for Gates 22038

Detailed Description

This radiator coolant hose is engineered to match OEM-quality specifications for vehicles that need a formed hose in the cooling or HVAC circuit. The Gates 22038 part number is used across multiple fitments, including 1997-2007 Ford Explorer, 2003-2011 Ford Ranger, and 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 2500. It also appears on applications such as Ford Mustang, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Mercury Mountaineer, Mazda B4000, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Durango, and Jeep Grand Cherokee. This part cross-references Continental 63064 and Dayco 71651 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Cracked or leaking molded coolant hose sections
• Incorrect hose routing after cooling-system repair
• Heat-related hose hardening or collapse
• Replacement needs for radiator and HVAC coolant hose paths
• Fitment issues caused by using a straight universal hose

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify hose routing against the original formed shape before installation.
• Inspect clamps, necks, and adjoining coolant pipes for wear or corrosion.
• Confirm end diameters and centerline length match the vehicle application.
• Drain coolant as needed and refill with the correct specification after service.
• Check for leaks and proper heater and radiator operation after installation.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for application-specific replacement. The formed EPDM construction and vehicle-matched dimensions support consistent fitment across listed Ford, Dodge, Mazda, Mercury, Cadillac, and Jeep applications.