Gates 22787 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 22787 Molded Coolant Hose Overview

Gates 22787 is a molded radiator coolant hose built for specific lower hose applications on Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It uses EPDM and plastic construction and follows OE-style routing with molded shape and integrated branch design for a direct-fit replacement.

This Gates Molded Coolant Hose line is engineered for application-specific cooling system service, with modular hose construction that mirrors original equipment layouts and integrated components where required.

Key Features

• Part number: 22787
• Brand line: Gates Molded Coolant Hose
• Material: EPDM and plastic
• Molded radiator coolant hose with one branch
• End 1 inside diameter: 1.47 in. (37 mm)
• End 2 inside diameter: 1.47 in. (37 mm)
• End 3 inside diameter: 0.95 in.
• Centerline length: 43.6 in. (1107 mm)
• Modular hose design with molded branch section
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings

Application Details

Compatible with lower radiator hose applications on 2003-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, lower; 2003-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis, lower; and 2003-2011 Lincoln Town Car, lower. Select Town Car applications note use without engine oil cooler or without oil cooler, depending on model year.

Gates 22787 is built to match the routing and connection points used on these full-size rear-wheel-drive sedans, helping maintain proper coolant flow in the lower hose circuit. This part cross-references Continental 62931 and Dayco 72286 for the same application.

Common Cooling System Issues Addressed

• Cracked or softened lower radiator hose material
• Incorrect hose routing after cooling system repair
• Leaks at molded branch sections or hose ends
• Fitment problems from using a universal hose in an OE-shaped application
• Cooling system service on Ford Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car lower hose locations

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, engine configuration, and oil cooler or engine oil cooler setup before installation. Compare the molded shape, branch location, and hose diameters to the removed part to confirm correct routing on the lower cooling circuit. Inspect adjoining clamps, necks, and connection surfaces for wear before installing the replacement hose.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized aftermarket supplier of modular coolant hose assemblies, and this hose is manufactured to application-specific OE-style dimensions and integrated component requirements for the listed vehicles.