Gates 22328 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper

Gates 22328 Molded Coolant Hose Overview

The Gates 22328 molded coolant hose is a radiator coolant hose built to OEM-quality specifications for upper cooling-system routing. It is formed from EPDM for dependable coolant resistance and is shaped to match the original hose path on select Buick and Pontiac applications.

Gates Molded Coolant Hose line covers upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant applications, helping reduce the time spent sourcing a dealer-only replacement. This Gates 22328 hose is a direct-fit style solution for vehicles that need a molded upper radiator hose profile.

Key Features

• Brand: Gates Molded Coolant Hose
• Part number: 22328
• Part type: radiator coolant hose
• Material: EPDM
• Molded construction for the correct hose shape
• End inside diameter: 1.26 in. (32 mm) at both ends
• Centerline length: 20.4 in. (518 mm)
• Contains spring: No
• Quick connect fittings: 0

Detailed Description

Built for cooling-system service, the Gates 22328 molded coolant hose follows the original upper hose routing used on select 1997-2005 Buick Park Avenue, 2000-2005 Buick LeSabre, and 2000-2005 Pontiac Bonneville models. The molded profile helps maintain proper fit and hose alignment in the engine bay, while the EPDM construction is suited for coolant exposure and everyday underhood temperatures.

This part cross-references Continental 62232 and Dayco 71951 for the same application. If you are searching for a 2000-2005 Buick LeSabre upper radiator hose, a 1997-2005 Buick Park Avenue upper coolant hose, or a 2000-2005 Pontiac Bonneville upper coolant hose, Gates 22328 is the relevant replacement part number to compare.

What It Helps Address

• Cracked or aged upper radiator hose material
• Coolant leaks at the hose body
• Incorrect hose shape from a previous replacement
• Restricted cooling-system flow caused by hose deterioration
• Fitment issues on upper hose routing for Buick and Pontiac applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and upper hose routing before installation. Compare the hose length, end diameters, and molded shape to the removed part to confirm the correct replacement. Inspect adjoining clamps, necks, and coolant connections for wear or corrosion before installing the new hose.

For fitment reference, this hose fits 2000-2005 Buick LeSabre, upper; fits 1997-2005 Buick Park Avenue, upper; and fits 2000-2005 Pontiac Bonneville, upper. The Gates 22328 part number should be matched to the vehicle’s original upper coolant hose configuration.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for replacement use in the cooling system. The brand’s molded hose line is built to cover a broad range of radiator, heater, bypass, and other coolant applications with application-specific fitment in mind.