Gates 22260 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 22260 Molded Coolant Hose

Gates 22260 is a molded radiator coolant hose built to OEM-quality specifications for lower cooling-system routing. Made from EPDM, it is shaped for a precise fit on select Toyota, Mitsubishi, and related applications where a formed hose is required.

The Gates Molded Coolant Hose line covers upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant applications, giving buyers a direct replacement option for common radiator hose service. This part number, 22260, is listed for multiple lower-hose applications including Toyota Tacoma, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Hilux, and Mitsubishi Mirage.

Key Features

• EPDM construction for coolant-system durability
• Molded hose design for formed routing
• 1.3 in. / 33 mm inside diameter at both ends
• 26.5 in. / 673 mm centerline length
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings
• Lower radiator coolant hose application
• Cross-references Continental 62180 for the same application

Product Details

Gates molded coolant hoses are engineered as direct-fit replacements for vehicles that need a shaped hose rather than a universal straight section. The EPDM rubber construction is suited for coolant service, while the molded profile helps match factory hose routing and connection points. If you are replacing a lower radiator hose on a Toyota Tacoma, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Hilux, or Mitsubishi Mirage, Gates 22260 provides a vehicle-specific replacement path. The part number 22260 is also used across interchange listings for related OE-style applications.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Cracked or split lower radiator hose
• Coolant leaks at the hose body or ends
• Collapsed or softened hose material
• Incorrect fit from a previous non-molded replacement
• Cooling-system service on aging Toyota Tacoma, Toyota 4Runner, or Mitsubishi Mirage models

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify end diameters and centerline length before installation.
• Inspect hose clamps, necks, and adjacent cooling components for wear or corrosion.
• Drain coolant safely before removing the existing hose.
• Confirm the hose routing matches the original lower-hose path on the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for replacement use in cooling-system service. The molded design and application-specific dimensions support accurate fitment on listed vehicles, including 1995-2004 Toyota Tacoma, 1996-2000 Toyota 4Runner, 1997-2000 Mitsubishi Mirage, and select Toyota Hilux applications.