Gates 22317 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 22317 Molded Coolant Hose for Ford E-Series

The Gates 22317 molded coolant hose is a direct-fit radiator coolant hose for select Ford E-Series vans with lower hose applications. Built with EPDM and plastic construction, it follows OEM-style routing and integrates the molded shape needed for the specified engine bay layout.

Gates Molded Coolant Hose is part of the brand’s modular coolant hose line, which is built for specific vehicle applications and can incorporate OE-style features such as branches and other integrated components where required by the design.

Key Features

• Part number: 22317
• Brand: Gates Molded Coolant Hose
• Radiator coolant hose for lower position applications
• EPDM and plastic construction
• Molded design for application-specific routing
• Modular hose with one branch
• End 1 inside diameter: 1.72 in. (44 mm)
• End 2 inside diameter: 1.72 in. (44 mm)
• End 3 inside diameter: 0.98 in.
• Centerline length: 25 in. (39.21 in., 996 mm)

Detailed Description

Gates 22317 is a molded radiator coolant hose engineered for Ford E-150, E-250, Econoline, E-150 Econoline, and E-150 Econoline Club Wagon lower hose applications. It is listed for 1997-2003 Ford E-Series vans, with fitment varying by model year and engine-cooling configuration. This part cross-references Dayco 71959 for the same application.

As a molded coolant hose, this part follows the original hose path more closely than a universal straight hose. That helps maintain proper coolant routing in the lower cooling circuit on the Ford E-Series platform and supports a cleaner OE-style installation. The Gates 22317 part number is also commonly searched by buyers looking for a Ford E-150 lower radiator coolant hose or Ford E-250 molded coolant hose replacement.

What It Helps Address

• Cracked or aged lower radiator hose material
• Coolant leaks at the hose body or formed bends
• Incorrect hose routing from a non-molded replacement
• Fitment issues on Ford E-Series lower coolant hose applications
• Cooling-system service on vans with OE-style molded hose layouts

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and cooling-system configuration before ordering. This hose is listed for lower position use on select Ford E-Series vans, including 2001-2003 applications without an engine oil cooler or trailer tow package, and 2002-2003 applications without a trailer tow package or oil cooler. Confirm the hose path and end diameters against the removed part before installation.

Inspect adjoining clamps, necks, and coolant passages for wear, corrosion, or residue before installing the new hose. Flush and refill the cooling system with the correct coolant specification after replacement, then check for leaks at operating temperature.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized aftermarket supplier in modular coolant hose assemblies, and this hose is manufactured to application-specific dimensions with OE-style integrated design features where required by the platform.