Gates 22790 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 22790 Lower Coolant Hose

The Gates Molded Coolant Hose 22790 is a radiator coolant hose built to OEM-quality specifications for lower cooling-system routing. It is formed from EPDM and shaped to match the factory-style path used on select Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications.

Gates Molded Coolant Hose line covers upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant applications with application-specific molded construction. This lower hose is made for direct replacement use where a formed hose is required to maintain proper routing and fit.

Key Features

• Brand: Gates Molded Coolant Hose
• Part number: 22790
• Radiator coolant hose for lower hose applications
• EPDM construction for cooling-system service
• Molded design for factory-style routing
• End inside diameter: 1.44 in. (37 mm) on both ends
• Centerline length: 16.5 in. (419 mm)
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings

Fitment

• Fits 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, lower.
• Fits 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, lower.

What It Helps Address

• Cracked or deteriorated lower radiator hose
• Coolant leaks at a formed hose section
• Incorrect hose routing after replacement
• Heat-related hose swelling or softening
• Service delays when replacing a worn Ford Explorer or Mercury Mountaineer lower hose

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify hose routing, end diameters, and centerline length before installation. This molded hose is intended for lower coolant hose placement on 2002-2005 Ford Explorer and 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer models, so confirm the original hose shape matches the application before removal. Inspect clamps, necks, and adjacent cooling-system components for wear during service.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for replacement use in cooling-system service. This part cross-references Continental 62351 for the same application.