Gates 23665 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper

Gates 23665 Molded Coolant Hose for Transit Connect

The Gates 23665 molded coolant hose is built for specific vehicle applications and follows OE-style routing and component placement. It is a direct-fit radiator coolant hose for the upper cooling circuit on select Ford Transit Connect models.

Key Features

• Molded coolant hose construction for application-specific fitment
• EPDM and plastic materials for cooling-system service
• Upper radiator coolant hose position
• Branch-style modular hose design
• Integrated OE-style layout for vehicles that use molded hose routing
• End inside diameter: 1.25 in. / 32 mm at both ends
• Centerline length: 19 in. / 21.8 in. / 554 mm

Product Details

Gates Molded Coolant Hose part number 23665 is part of the brand’s modular coolant hose line, which is made for specific applications and mirrors original equipment-style hose architecture. This hose uses a molded branch configuration and is intended for cooling systems that require a shaped upper radiator hose rather than a universal straight hose. For buyers searching for a Ford Transit Connect upper radiator coolant hose, Gates 23665 provides the correct application-focused design.

Compatible With 2010-2013 Ford Transit Connect, upper. This part cross-references Continental 66466 and Dayco 72884 for the same application. Gates 23665 is also referenced by interchange numbers including 9T1Z 8260 B and 9T1Z 8260 C.

Common Issues This Hose Can Address

• Cracked or split upper radiator hose
• Coolant leaks at a molded hose section
• Softening, swelling, or heat-related hose deterioration
• Poor fit from a non-shaped replacement hose
• Cooling-system routing problems caused by incorrect hose geometry

Installation Notes

Verify the hose routing, branch layout, and end diameters before installation. Match the upper position and molded shape to the original hose path on the vehicle, and inspect adjoining clamps, fittings, and coolant passages for wear or contamination before reassembly. Proper cooling-system service should include checking for leaks after installation and confirming the hose sits without twist or tension.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized aftermarket supplier of modular coolant hose assemblies, with products engineered around application-specific OE-style configurations. The 23665 molded coolant hose is manufactured to support the fit and routing requirements used on select Ford Transit Connect cooling systems.