Gates 22617 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper

Gates 22617 Molded Coolant Hose

The Gates 22617 molded coolant hose is built for upper radiator and heater circuit service on select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. Made from EPDM and formed to OEM-quality specifications, it provides a direct replacement for the original molded hose shape and routing.

Key Features

• EPDM construction for coolant system durability
• Molded hose design for proper routing and fit
• 1.39 in. inside diameter at both ends (35 mm)
• 18.3 in. centerline length (465 mm)
• No spring, no branch sections, and no quick-connect fittings
• Fits upper radiator coolant hose applications on select Hyundai Santa Fe, Sonata, XG350, XG300, and Kia Amanti, Magentis, Optima

Product Details

Gates Molded Coolant Hose line is engineered for upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant routing needs, with dimensions formed to match the original hose path. The Gates 22617 part number is a molded EPDM radiator coolant hose with equal end diameters and a fixed centerline length, making it a practical replacement when the original hose has softened, cracked, or lost its shape. This part cross-references Dayco 72100 for the same application.

Compatible With 2003-2006 Hyundai Santa Fe, upper; 2004-2006 Kia Amanti, upper; 1999-2005 Hyundai Sonata, upper; 2002-2005 Hyundai XG350, upper; 2001-2005 Kia Magentis, upper; 2001-2005 Kia Optima, upper; and 2001 Hyundai XG300, upper. The Gates 22617 is a fitment-based replacement for vehicles that require the original molded hose profile in the upper cooling circuit.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Coolant leaks from a cracked or aged upper hose
• Collapsed or softened hose walls from heat cycling
• Poor hose routing after an incorrect replacement part
• Loss of coolant flow caused by a damaged molded hose shape
• Service delays when the OE-style hose is no longer reusable

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the mating necks, clamps, and surrounding cooling system components before installation. Confirm hose routing against the original part and verify the end diameters and centerline length match the vehicle application. Replace any worn clamps and refill the cooling system with the correct coolant mixture after installation.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures molded coolant hoses to OEM-quality specifications for accurate fit and dependable cooling-system service. The 22617 part number is part of Gates' molded coolant hose line, which covers a broad range of replacement applications for radiator and heater hose service.