Gates 22170 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 22170 Molded Coolant Hose Overview

The Gates 22170 molded coolant hose is a radiator coolant hose built for lower cooling-system routing on select Chevrolet and GMC chassis applications. It uses EPDM and plastic construction with molded shaping to match the original hose path and help simplify replacement on the correct vehicle fitment.

Compatible With 1993-1996 Chevrolet P30 lower applications and 1993-1996 GMC P3500 lower applications, including Cutaway HD configurations and the listed motor home exception.

Key Features

• Molded radiator coolant hose for lower coolant routing
• EPDM and plastic construction for cooling-system use
• End inside diameters: 39 mm (1.52 in) and 45 mm (1.77 in)
• Centerline length: 676 mm (26.6 in)
• No spring, no branch quantity, and no quick-connect fittings
• Direct-fit style for the specified Chevrolet P30 and GMC P3500 applications

Product Details

Gates Molded Coolant Hose line is built around OEM-quality specifications for upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant hose applications. The Gates 22170 follows that approach with a molded profile intended for the lower hose position on the listed Chevrolet P30 and GMC P3500 vehicles. This part cross-references Anchor 9616 for the same application.

Common Cooling System Issues It Can Address

• Cracked or hardened lower radiator hose material
• Coolant leaks at a worn hose section
• Poor hose routing from a deformed or collapsed original hose
• Replacement needs on Chevrolet P30 lower hose service
• Replacement needs on GMC P3500 lower hose service

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and lower hose routing before installation. Compare the hose shape, centerline length, and end diameters to the removed part to confirm the correct application for your Chevrolet P30 or GMC P3500. Inspect adjoining clamps, necks, and coolant passages for wear or contamination before refilling the system.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for the listed fitments. The molded construction and application-specific dimensions support accurate replacement on the confirmed vehicle applications.