Gates 22953 Radiator Coolant Hose - Reservoir (Lower)

Gates 22953 Molded Coolant Hose Overview

The Gates 22953 molded coolant hose is a radiator coolant hose built for specific Ford Super Duty and Excursion reservoir lower applications. It uses EPDM and plastic construction and follows OEM-style routing with molded form for a direct replacement on the listed vehicles.

Gates Molded Coolant Hose products are application-specific and built to mirror original equipment layouts, including integrated components where required. This hose is part of that modular coolant hose line and is made for the exact reservoir lower position shown in the fitment data.

Key Features

• Part number: Gates 22953
• Material: EPDM and plastic
• Molded radiator coolant hose for reservoir lower routing
• Modular hose design with outlet component configuration
• End 1 inside diameter: 25 mm (0.99 in)
• End 2 inside diameter: 25 mm (0.99 in)
• Centerline length: 490 mm (19.3 in)
• No spring included
• No quick-connect fittings

Detailed Description

This Gates 22953 hose is engineered for Ford cooling system service where the reservoir lower hose follows a molded path. It is listed for 2003-2007 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 2003-2007 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2003-2005 Ford Excursion reservoir lower applications, with the 2005 Ford Super Duty listings limited to vehicles built on or before October 6, 2004. If you are replacing a worn Ford F-250 Super Duty coolant hose or a Ford F-350 Super Duty reservoir lower hose, this part number provides the specified OE-style shape and connection sizing.

This Gates 22953 molded coolant hose uses EPDM and plastic materials to match the routing and connection requirements of the original cooling system layout. The molded construction helps maintain the correct path between connection points, while the 25 mm ends and 490 mm centerline length align with the listed fitment.

Common Replacement Reasons

• Cracked or hardened reservoir lower coolant hose
• Coolant seepage at the hose body or ends
• Collapsed or misshaped hose routing
• Incorrect fit after prior cooling system repair
• Loss of proper hose alignment in Ford Super Duty and Excursion cooling systems

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle build date before ordering for 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 2005 Ford F-350 Super Duty applications, since only vehicles built on or before October 6, 2004 are listed. Confirm the reservoir lower position, hose routing, and end diameter match the original part before installation. This part cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions 626-214 and Dayco 72758 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized aftermarket supplier of modular coolant hose assemblies, and this part follows the brand’s application-specific OE-style approach for cooling system replacement.