Gates 23044 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 23044 Lower Radiator Coolant Hose

The Gates 23044 molded coolant hose is built for lower radiator hose applications that require an OEM-style shape and fit. Made from EPDM, it is formed to match the routing and dimensions needed for select Dodge Dakota, Ram Dakota, and Mitsubishi Raider cooling systems.

As part of the Gates Molded Coolant Hose line, this replacement hose covers upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant applications with OE-quality specifications. That makes it a practical choice when replacing a worn lower radiator coolant hose on a 2005-2010 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Ram Dakota, or 2006-2007 Mitsubishi Raider.

Key Features

• Gates Molded Coolant Hose, part number 23044
• EPDM construction for coolant-system use
• Molded design for the lower radiator hose route
• End inside diameter: 1.75 in. (44 mm) on both ends
• Centerline length: 11.1 in. (282 mm)
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings
• Direct replacement style for select Dakota and Raider applications

Detailed Description

Gates 23044 is a molded radiator coolant hose engineered for lower hose service where the factory routing and formed shape matter. Its EPDM material is suited to cooling-system temperatures and coolant exposure, while the molded profile helps match the original hose path for cleaner installation and proper fit. This part number 23044 is listed for 2005-2010 Dodge Dakota lower hose applications, 2011 Ram Dakota lower hose applications, and 2006-2007 Mitsubishi Raider lower hose applications.

The Gates Molded Coolant Hose product line is focused on replacement hoses that follow OEM-style specifications across a wide range of cooling-system positions. If you are searching for a lower radiator coolant hose for Dodge Dakota, Ram Dakota, or Mitsubishi Raider models, Gates 23044 provides a direct-fit replacement option for the listed vehicles.

This part cross-references Continental 62976 and Anchor 9709 for the same application.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Coolant leaks from a cracked or aged lower radiator hose
• Softening, swelling, or collapse of the original hose
• Loss of coolant from hose deterioration at the radiator connection
• Improper hose routing caused by a misshaped replacement hose
• Cooling-system service on a 2005-2010 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Ram Dakota, or 2006-2007 Mitsubishi Raider

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hose shape, end diameters, and centerline length against the removed part before installation. Inspect the radiator necks, clamps, and adjoining cooling-system components for wear or corrosion, and replace any damaged parts before refilling the system. Confirm the vehicle application by year, make, model, and lower position before ordering Gates 23044.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures molded coolant hoses to OE-quality specifications for replacement cooling-system service. The 23044 hose is built to match the listed fitment and dimensional requirements for the specified applications.