Gates 22621 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 22621 Molded Coolant Hose

Gates 22621 is a molded radiator coolant hose built to OEM-quality specifications for lower cooling-system routing. It is formed from EPDM and shaped to match the original hose path for select Hyundai Sonata and Kia Magentis and Optima applications.

The Gates Molded Coolant Hose line covers upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant hose applications with application-specific shapes that help simplify radiator hose replacement. This molded design is intended for direct-fit service on vehicles that require a lower coolant hose with the correct formed profile.

Key Features

• Part number: 22621
• Brand line: Gates Molded Coolant Hose
• EPDM construction for coolant-system service
• Molded hose design for the correct routing and fit
• End 1 inside diameter: 1.38 in. (35 mm)
• End 2 inside diameter: 1.38 in. (35 mm)
• Centerline length: 24.1 in. (612 mm)
• Contains spring: No
• Quick connect fittings: 0

Detailed Description

Gates 22621 is a lower radiator coolant hose for 1999-2005 Hyundai Sonata, 2001-2005 Kia Magentis, and 2001-2005 Kia Optima applications. The molded shape helps match the original coolant hose routing, while the EPDM material is selected for use in engine cooling systems. If you are replacing a worn or leaking lower hose on a Hyundai Sonata or Kia Optima, this part number 22621 provides a direct replacement format for the listed vehicles.

This part cross-references Dayco 72101 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Coolant leaks from a cracked or deteriorated lower hose
• Improper hose routing caused by a misshaped replacement hose
• Cooling-system service on a Hyundai Sonata, Kia Magentis, or Kia Optima
• Loss of hose flexibility from age and heat exposure
• Fitment issues when replacing the original molded radiator hose

Installation Notes

Verify the hose shape, end diameters, and centerline length against the original part before installation. Drain the cooling system as needed, inspect adjoining necks and clamps for wear, and confirm the hose is routed without twist or contact with hot or moving components. For fitment reference, this hose fits 1999-2005 Hyundai Sonata, lower; 2001-2005 Kia Magentis, lower; and 2001-2005 Kia Optima, lower.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures molded coolant hoses to OEM-quality specifications for radiator hose replacement service. Part number 22621 is built as a molded EPDM coolant hose for the listed lower-hose applications.