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Gates 23257 Radiator Coolant Hose - Heater To Engine
| Brand | Gates 23257 |
|---|---|
| Position | Heater To Engine |
| 2 | |
| Yes | |
| Branch Quantity | 1 |
| Centerline Length | 16 |
| Centerline Length | 22.8 |
| Centerline Length | 579 |
| Contains Spring | No |
| End 1 Inside Diameter | .62 |
| End 1 Inside Diameter | 16 |
| End 2 Inside Diameter | .62 |
| End 2 Inside Diameter | 16 |
| End 3 Inside Diameter | .62 |
| Material | EPDM, Plastic, Steel |
| Modular Components | Branch, 2 Female Quick Connectors |
| Modular Hose | Yes |
| Molded | Yes |
| Number of Quick Connect Fittings | 2 |
| Product line | Molded Coolant Hose |
| Fits | Ford · 2 vehicles |
Molded coolant hose. Shaped for a precise fit with OEM-style modular construction.
Integrated components. Includes branch and two female quick connectors for a complete assembly.
EPDM, plastic, steel. Durable materials built into a modular hose design.
Cross-references Continental 64357, Continental 64551 and Gates 23257 for the same application. See all 6.
Gates 23257 Molded Coolant Hose Overview
The Gates 23257 molded coolant hose is a radiator coolant hose built for the 2003-2004 Ford Expedition with auxiliary heater. It is shaped for the heater-to-engine routing and uses OE-style modular construction to match the original application layout.
Gates Molded Coolant Hose products are application-specific assemblies that incorporate integrated components found in original equipment designs, helping maintain the correct hose path and connection points in the cooling system.
Key Features
- Fits 2003-2004 Ford Expedition, heater to engine
- Molded coolant hose construction for application-specific routing
- EPDM, plastic, and steel materials
- Modular hose design with a branch and 2 female quick connectors
- End 1 inside diameter: 16 mm (.62 in)
- End 2 inside diameter: 16 mm (.62 in)
- Centerline length: 579 mm (22.8 in)
- Gates part number 23257
Detailed Description
This Gates 23257 radiator coolant hose is engineered for the 2003-2004 Ford Expedition heater-to-engine location with auxiliary heater equipment. The molded shape supports the original hose routing, while the modular assembly includes integrated branch and quick-connect features that align with the OE-style cooling system layout. If you are replacing a worn or leaking Ford Expedition coolant hose, this part number 23257 provides a direct-fit service solution for the specified application.
This part cross-references Continental 64357 and 64551 for the same application.
Common Problems This Hose Can Address
- Coolant leaks from a cracked or aged heater hose
- Softening, swelling, or collapse of the original hose
- Damaged quick-connect fittings at the heater circuit
- Improper hose routing after prior repair work
- Loss of coolant flow through the heater-to-engine path
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle is a 2003-2004 Ford Expedition with auxiliary heater equipment before ordering. Compare the original hose routing, connector style, and centerline length to the Gates 23257 before installation. Drain the cooling system as needed, inspect mating connections for wear or contamination, and confirm all quick-connect fittings seat fully during assembly.
Quality Assurance
Gates manufactures modular coolant hose assemblies to application-specific specifications and OE-style component layouts for the listed Ford Expedition fitment. Part number 23257 is built for the stated cooling-system application and connection design.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Ford | Expedition | 5.4L | V8 | GAS | Heater To Engine | With Auxiliary Heater; Molded Coolant Hose |
| 2003 | Ford | Expedition | 5.4L | V8 | GAS | Heater To Engine | With Auxiliary Heater; Molded Coolant Hose |
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