Gates 22683 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 22683 Molded Coolant Hose

The Gates 22683 molded coolant hose is a lower radiator hose built for specific OE-style applications. It uses EPDM and plastic construction and follows the molded, modular design needed for proper routing in the cooling system.

Gates Molded Coolant Hose products are application-specific assemblies that mirror OEM-style layouts and can incorporate integrated components such as branches, quick-connectors, sensors, and restrictors where required by the vehicle design. This part number is a molded modular hose with one branch and no quick-connect fittings.

Key Features

• Part number: 22683
• Lower radiator coolant hose for selected Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs
• EPDM and plastic construction for cooling-system use
• Molded hose design for OE-style routing
• Modular hose with one branch
• End 1 inside diameter: 1.77 in. (45 mm)
• End 2 inside diameter: 1.77 in. (45 mm)
• Centerline length: 19.6 in. (498 mm)

Detailed Description

Gates 22683 is a molded radiator coolant hose for lower hose applications on 2001-2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2001-2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 2001-2002 Chevrolet Suburban 2500, 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500, 2001-2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 2001-2002 GMC Sierra 3500, and 2001-2002 GMC Yukon XL 2500. It is shaped to follow the factory hose path and maintain the correct connection points for the cooling system.

This part cross-references Dayco 72195 and Anchor 9316 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Cracked or split lower radiator hose
• Coolant leaks at the hose body or ends
• Incorrect hose routing after replacement
• Heat-related hose deterioration
• Fitment issues on OE-style cooling system repairs

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle application, lower hose routing, and end diameters before installation. Inspect the mating necks, clamps, and nearby cooling-system components for wear or corrosion before installing the new hose. Confirm the hose is seated fully and routed without twist or contact with moving or hot components.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized automotive aftermarket supplier with a focus on modular coolant hose assemblies that follow OE-style application requirements and integrated component layouts where specified by the vehicle.