Gates 22254 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 22254 Molded Coolant Hose Overview

The Gates 22254 molded coolant hose is a lower radiator hose built for specific OE-style applications. It is shaped to match the routing needed on select Ford Ranger, Ford F-100 Ranger, and Mazda B3000 models, helping maintain proper coolant flow through the cooling system.

Made from EPDM and plastic, this molded coolant hose follows the application-specific design Gates uses for modular coolant assemblies. The Gates 22254 is built with integrated branch construction and molded form to match the original hose layout on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Application-specific molded lower radiator coolant hose
• EPDM and plastic construction for cooling system service
• Centerline length: 15.6 in. (396 mm)
• End 1 inside diameter: 1.47 in. (37 mm)
• End 2 inside diameter: 1.47 in. (37 mm)
• End 3 inside diameter: 0.6 in.
• Modular hose design with one branch
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings
• Gates part number 22254

Product Details

Gates Molded Coolant Hose line products are built for specific vehicle applications and follow OE-style hose routing and component placement. This design is important on cooling systems that use molded shapes and integrated branches rather than straight universal hose lengths. For buyers searching for a Ford Ranger lower radiator hose or Mazda B3000 molded coolant hose, the Gates 22254 provides the correct formed layout for the listed fitments.

Fits 1995-1997 Ford Ranger, lower. Fits 1996-1997 Ford F-100 Ranger, lower. Fits 1995-1997 Mazda B3000, lower. This part cross-references Bosch 62258 for the same application.

Common Cooling System Issues

• Cracked or hardened lower radiator hose material
• Coolant leaks at a molded hose branch or connection point
• Incorrect hose routing after prior repair work
• Restricted coolant flow caused by a damaged hose shape
• Fitment problems when a straight hose is used in place of a molded hose

Installation Notes

Verify the hose routing, end diameters, and branch layout against the original part before installation. Inspect adjoining clamps, necks, and coolant passages for wear or corrosion, and replace any damaged mating surfaces before refilling the system. After installation, refill and bleed the cooling system according to the vehicle service procedure.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized aftermarket supplier in modular coolant hose assemblies, and this hose is manufactured to application-specific dimensions and OE-style component placement for the listed Ford Ranger, Ford F-100 Ranger, and Mazda B3000 fitments. Part number 22254 is built to match the original molded hose configuration for those vehicles.