Gates 22296 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 22296 Molded Coolant Hose Overview

The Gates 22296 molded coolant hose is a radiator coolant hose built for specific vehicle applications with an OE-style molded shape. It uses EPDM and plastic construction and is engineered with integrated modular hose features that match the layout required for the cooling system.

Compatible with 1997-1998 Ford F-150 lower and 1997-1998 Ford F-250 lower, this hose is a direct-fit cooling system service part for those applications. Gates 22296 is also listed with modular branch components, making it a fitment-specific replacement for the original hose routing.

Key Features

• Part number: 22296
• Radiator coolant hose for the lower cooling circuit
• OE-style molded construction for application-specific routing
• EPDM and plastic material construction
• Modular hose design with 3 branches
• End diameters include 44 mm and 18 mm connection points
• Centerline length: 340 mm
• Designed for 1997-1998 Ford F-150 and 1997-1998 Ford F-250 lower hose applications

Product Details

Gates Molded Coolant Hose line focuses on application-specific cooling hoses that follow original equipment routing and incorporate the needed molded shape for the vehicle. The Gates 22296 hose is built for the lower radiator coolant path and uses a modular hose layout with branch sections to match the factory configuration on the listed Ford trucks. For buyers searching for a 1997-1998 Ford F-150 lower radiator coolant hose or a 1997-1998 Ford F-250 lower molded coolant hose, this part number provides a direct reference point.

This part cross-references Four Seasons 66682 for the same application.

Common Cooling System Issues It Can Address

• Cracked or split lower coolant hose
• Coolant leaks at molded hose bends or branch points
• Improper hose routing after hose failure
• Softening or deterioration from heat and coolant exposure
• Loss of cooling system integrity at the lower radiator connection

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and lower hose routing before installation. Compare the original hose shape, branch layout, and connection diameters to the replacement part number 22296 to confirm the correct application for your Ford F-150 or Ford F-250. Inspect adjoining clamps, fittings, and cooling system surfaces for wear or damage before installing the new hose.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized automotive aftermarket supplier with a focus on modular coolant hose assemblies that follow OE-style specifications for application-specific fitment. The molded design and integrated branch configuration are intended to match the original cooling system layout on the listed vehicles.