Gates 23518 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper

Gates 23518 Molded Coolant Hose

The Gates 23518 molded coolant hose is an OE-style radiator coolant hose built for upper cooling system service. Made from EPDM and formed to a molded shape, it supports a direct replacement for select Acura and Honda applications where a precise coolant hose routing is required.

Compatible with upper hose applications on the Acura TL, Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Honda Crosstour, and Honda Accord Crosstour, this molded hose is shaped to match the original routing and dimensions. Gates Molded Coolant Hose line is engineered for radiator, heater, bypass, and other coolant system positions where OEM-quality fit matters.

Key Features

• Gates part number 23518 for select upper radiator coolant hose applications
• EPDM construction for coolant system durability
• Molded design for proper hose routing and fit
• 1.2 in. inside diameter at both ends
• 14.3 in. centerline length
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings
• Direct replacement style for select Acura and Honda models

Detailed Description

Gates 23518 is a molded coolant hose designed to replace the upper radiator hose in specific Acura and Honda vehicles. Its EPDM material and molded profile help maintain the original hose path, which is important for clearance, coolant flow routing, and service fitment. This part number 23518 is listed for 2008-2014 Honda Accord, 2012 Honda Crosstour, 2010-2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2014 Acura TSX upper hose applications.

This molded coolant hose is part of the Gates Molded Coolant Hose line, a replacement hose family covering upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant system positions. For buyers searching for a radiator coolant hose for Honda Accord upper hose replacement or an Acura TL molded coolant hose, Gates 23518 provides a fit-focused option built to OEM-quality specifications.

This part cross-references Continental 66244 and Dayco 72480 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Cracked or deteriorated upper radiator hose
• Coolant leaks at the hose body or connection points
• Incorrect hose shape after a previous replacement
• Cooling system service on select Acura TL and Honda Accord models
• Restoring proper coolant hose routing in molded applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and upper hose position before ordering. Compare the original hose shape, end diameters, and centerline length to confirm fitment for your Acura TL, Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Honda Crosstour, or Honda Accord Crosstour. Drain coolant as needed before removal, inspect adjoining clamps and necks for wear, and refill the cooling system according to the vehicle service procedure after installation.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for fit and function in select cooling system applications. The molded EPDM construction is intended to support reliable replacement service in the specified vehicles.