Gates 23269 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 23269 Molded Coolant Hose Overview

Gates 23269 is a molded radiator coolant hose built for specific vehicle applications and shaped to follow the factory routing. It uses EPDM and plastic construction and is engineered to match OE-style layouts that can include integrated branches and other molded features.

Compatible With 2005-2008 Ford Ranger, lower, and 2005-2008 Mazda B3000, lower. This Gates molded coolant hose is a direct-fit cooling system replacement for the lower hose position on those applications.

Key Features

• Part number 23269 for application-specific cooling system service
• Molded hose design for factory-style routing
• EPDM and plastic construction
• 1.48 in. end 1 inside diameter
• 1.48 in. end 2 inside diameter
• 0.62 in. branch inside diameter
• 15.6 in. centerline length
• One branch configuration with molded modular hose design
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings

Product Details

Gates Molded Coolant Hose line focuses on modular coolant hose assemblies built for specific applications. Gates 23269 follows that approach with a molded branch layout and OE-style fitment for the lower radiator hose position. For 2005-2008 Ford Ranger and 2005-2008 Mazda B3000 models, this hose supports the original cooling system routing and connection geometry while maintaining the dimensions needed for proper installation.

This part cross-references Continental 62965 and Bosch 66161 for the same application.

Common Replacement Reasons

• Cracked or split lower radiator hose
• Coolant leaks at the hose body or branch section
• Softening, swelling, or heat-related hose deterioration
• Incorrect routing after prior cooling system repair
• Loss of cooling system integrity from aged molded hose material

Installation Notes

Verify the lower hose routing, branch location, and end diameters before installation. Inspect adjoining coolant pipes, clamps, and connection points for wear or corrosion, and confirm the cooling system is fully drained and refilled with the correct coolant after service. Because this is a molded application-specific hose, alignment with the factory routing is important for proper fit on the Ford Ranger and Mazda B3000.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized automotive aftermarket supplier in modular coolant hose assemblies, and this hose is manufactured to follow application-specific OE-style requirements for the listed vehicles.