Gates 22179 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 22179 Molded Coolant Hose Overview

The Gates 22179 molded coolant hose is a direct-fit radiator coolant hose built for specific vehicle applications. It uses EPDM and plastic construction and follows OEM-style routing with integrated molded branches for a precise fit in the cooling system.

Compatible with 1995-1997 Ford Contour lower and 1995-1997 Mercury Mystique lower applications, this Gates molded coolant hose supports proper coolant flow in the radiator circuit. The Gates 22179 part number is also commonly searched as a replacement for OE-style cooling repairs on these vehicles.

Key Features

• Gates Molded Coolant Hose line for application-specific cooling system fitment
• EPDM and plastic construction for use in radiator coolant routing
• Molded design with 3 branch configuration
• Centerline length: 14.53 in. (369 mm)
• End sizes include 1.26 in. (32 mm), 1.69 in. (43 mm), and 0.61 in. (15 mm) connections
• No spring included
• OE-style modular hose layout for vehicles that use integrated cooling components

Product Line Details

Gates Molded Coolant Hose products are built for specific applications and reflect the modular hose approach used in many original equipment cooling systems. This design helps match the factory hose routing and integrated branch layout found on select Ford and Mercury models, including the Contour and Mystique.

Detailed Description

The Gates 22179 radiator coolant hose is engineered as a molded replacement for lower cooling system routing on 1995-1997 Ford Contour and 1995-1997 Mercury Mystique models. Its molded shape, branch layout, and OE-style dimensions help maintain the original hose path and connection points used in the vehicle’s cooling system. If you are replacing a worn, cracked, or leaking lower coolant hose, this part number provides a vehicle-specific solution for the Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique.

This part cross-references Dayco 71835 for the same application.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Coolant leaks from a cracked or deteriorated lower radiator hose
• Softening, swelling, or collapse of an aging coolant hose
• Improper hose routing after a previous repair
• Loss of coolant circulation caused by damaged hose branches
• Fitment issues when replacing a molded OE-style hose with a universal hose

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hose routing, branch orientation, and connection diameters before installation. Inspect adjoining clamps, fittings, and plastic cooling components for wear or damage, and replace any compromised parts during service. Confirm the vehicle application by year, make, model, and lower position before ordering Gates 22179.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized aftermarket supplier in modular coolant hose assemblies, and this molded hose is manufactured to match specific applications with OE-style integrated features. The Gates 22179 part number is built for the listed Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique fitments.