Gates 22408 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Lower Coolant Hose for Volkswagen Beetle

Gates 22408 is a molded radiator coolant hose built for lower cooling-system routing on the 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle. It uses EPDM construction and OEM-style molded shaping to match the vehicle’s original hose path and connection points.

The Gates Molded Coolant Hose line covers upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant applications with OE-level fitment targets. For Volkswagen Beetle cooling system service, part number 22408 provides a direct replacement option for the lower radiator hose application.

Key Features

• Brand: Gates Molded Coolant Hose
• Part number: 22408
• Application: radiator coolant hose, lower position
• Vehicle fitment: Fits 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, lower
• EPDM hose material for coolant-system use
• Molded construction for routing accuracy
• End inside diameters: 29 mm and 31 mm
• Centerline length: 886 mm
• No spring, no modular hose, no quick connect fittings

Product Details

This molded coolant hose is shaped to follow the factory lower hose path on the Volkswagen Beetle and is intended for coolant circulation between engine and radiator connections. Gates 22408 is a practical replacement when the original hose is cracked, softened, swollen, or no longer holds a proper seal. This part cross-references Dayco 72009 and Continental 62801 for the same application.

Common Cooling System Issues

• Coolant leaks from a deteriorated lower radiator hose
• Cracking or hardening from age and heat cycling
• Improper hose routing after prior repair work
• Soft spots, swelling, or collapse in the hose body
• Loss of sealing at the hose ends on a Volkswagen Beetle

Installation Notes

Verify the lower hose routing and connection diameters before installation on the Volkswagen Beetle. Inspect adjoining clamps, radiator necks, and engine fittings for wear or corrosion, and replace any damaged sealing surfaces before installing Gates 22408. Confirm the hose is seated fully and routed without twists or kinks.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures molded coolant hoses to OEM-quality specifications for radiator, heater, bypass, and other cooling-system applications. The 22408 hose is part of Gates’ broad replacement hose line for service work that calls for accurate fit and dependable coolant-system routing.