Gates 22517 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper

Gates 22517 Molded Coolant Hose

The Gates 22517 molded coolant hose is an OE-style radiator coolant hose built for upper cooling system service. Made from EPDM and formed to the correct molded shape, it supports a direct replacement for select Nissan applications without the need to adapt a universal hose.

Compatible with 1999-2004 Nissan Frontier upper hose applications and 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra upper hose applications, this molded hose is sized for a 1.36 in. (35 mm) inside diameter at both ends and a 10.9 in. (277 mm) centerline length.

Key Features

• Brand: Gates Molded Coolant Hose
• Part number: 22517
• EPDM construction for coolant-system service
• Molded design for the correct routing and fit
• 1.36 in. / 35 mm inside diameter at both ends
• 10.9 in. / 277 mm centerline length
• Upper radiator coolant hose application
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings

Product Details

Gates Molded Coolant Hose line is built for upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant routing needs using OEM-quality specifications. The 22517 hose is shaped for the factory-style path used on select Nissan Frontier and Nissan Xterra models, helping maintain proper coolant flow and a clean installation. If you are replacing a worn upper radiator hose on a 1999-2004 Nissan Frontier or a 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, this part number 22517 provides a direct molded replacement.

This part cross-references Continental 62861 and Dayco 71443 for the same application.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Cracked or hardened upper radiator hose material
• Coolant leaks at the hose body from age or heat cycling
• Incorrect fit from a universal straight hose
• Restricted routing caused by a collapsed or misshaped hose
• Service replacement for a damaged Nissan Frontier or Nissan Xterra upper hose

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the mating necks, clamps, and nearby cooling components before installation. Drain coolant to a safe level, remove the old hose, and confirm the molded shape matches the factory routing on your Nissan Frontier or Nissan Xterra before tightening the clamps. After installation, refill the cooling system and check for leaks with the engine at operating temperature.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures molded coolant hoses to OEM-quality specifications for replacement cooling-system service. The 22517 is part of Gates’ molded coolant hose line, which covers a wide range of radiator, heater, bypass, and other coolant applications.