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Gates 23609 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower
| Brand | Gates 23609 |
|---|---|
| Position | Lower |
| 0 | |
| Yes | |
| Branch Quantity | 0 |
| Centerline Length | 12.2 |
| Centerline Length | 310 |
| Contains Spring | No |
| End 1 Inside Diameter | 1.5 |
| End 1 Inside Diameter | 38 |
| End 2 Inside Diameter | 1.5 |
| End 2 Inside Diameter | 38 |
| Material | EPDM |
| Modular Hose | No |
| Molded | Yes |
| Number of Quick Connect Fittings | 0 |
| Product line | Molded Coolant Hose |
| Fits | Subaru · 8 vehicles |
OEM-quality specifications. Built as a molded coolant hose for dependable replacement fit.
EPDM construction. Resists heat and coolant exposure for long service life.
Molded design. Helps route coolant cleanly through complex hose paths.
Cross-references Continental 66639, Dayco 72531 and Febi-Bilstein 23609 for the same application. See all 10.
Gates 23609 Molded Coolant Hose Overview
Gates 23609 is a molded radiator coolant hose built for lower cooling-system routing on select Subaru applications. It uses EPDM construction and OEM-style molded dimensions to match the original hose path and connection points.
Compatible with Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback lower hose applications, this molded coolant hose supports direct replacement service for common radiator hose wear and leakage concerns.
Key Features
- EPDM rubber construction for coolant-system service
- Molded shape for a factory-style hose route
- 1.5 in. inside diameter at both ends
- 12.2 in. centerline length
- No spring and no quick-connect fittings
- Lower radiator coolant hose application
Product Details
The Gates Molded Coolant Hose line is built around OEM-quality specifications for upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant routing needs. Part number 23609 is a molded lower radiator coolant hose with a 1.5-inch inside diameter at each end and a 12.2-inch centerline length, making it a direct-fit style replacement for the listed Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback applications. This part cross-references Continental 66639 for the same application.
Fits 2005 Subaru Legacy, lower. Fits 2010-2012 Subaru Legacy, lower. Fits 2005 Subaru Outback, lower. Fits 2010-2011 Subaru Outback, lower, VIN 4th Digit B. Fits 2012 Subaru Outback, lower.
Common Replacement Reasons
- Coolant seepage from a cracked or aged hose
- Softening, swelling, or collapse of the original hose
- Incorrect hose shape after prior repair work
- Loss of proper coolant flow through the lower radiator circuit
- Service replacement for a worn Subaru Legacy or Subaru Outback lower hose
Installation Notes
Verify hose routing, end diameters, and centerline length against the removed part before installation. Confirm the vehicle application by year, model, and note details such as the 2010-2011 Subaru Outback VIN 4th Digit B requirement. Inspect adjoining clamps, necks, and coolant condition during service.
Quality Assurance
Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for radiator hose replacement service. The Gates 23609 is part of the brand’s molded coolant hose line, which covers a wide range of cooling-system applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Subaru | Legacy | 2.5L | H4 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 2012 | Subaru | Outback | 2.5L | H4 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 2011 | Subaru | Legacy | 2.5L | H4 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 2011 | Subaru | Outback | 2.5L | H4 | GAS | Lower | VIN 4th Digit B; Molded Coolant Hose |
| 2010 | Subaru | Legacy | 2.5L | H4 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 2010 | Subaru | Outback | 2.5L | H4 | GAS | Lower | VIN 4th Digit B; Molded Coolant Hose |
| 2005 | Subaru | Legacy | 2.5L | H4 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 2005 | Subaru | Outback | 2.5L | H4 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
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