Gates 23683 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper

Upper Molded Coolant Hose for Ford, Mazda, and Mercury

Gates 23683 is a molded radiator coolant hose built for upper coolant routing on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. It is formed to OEM-quality specifications and uses EPDM construction for dependable coolant transfer in the engine cooling system.

This Gates Molded Coolant Hose line is engineered for direct replacement applications, helping simplify radiator hose service on the 2009-2012 Ford Escape, 2010-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner.

Key Features

• Part number: Gates 23683
• Brand line: Molded Coolant Hose
• EPDM rubber construction for cooling-system use
• Molded upper hose shape for application-specific routing
• 1.27 in. / 32 mm inside diameter at both ends
• 23.7 in. / 602 mm centerline length
• No spring, no modular sections, and no quick-connect fittings
• Direct replacement for select upper radiator coolant hose applications

Product Details

Gates 23683 is a molded coolant hose designed for upper radiator hose service where a formed hose is required to follow the factory routing. The EPDM material is commonly used in cooling-system hoses for heat and coolant exposure, while the molded profile helps match the original hose path more closely than universal straight hose. For buyers searching for a Ford Escape upper radiator coolant hose, Mazda Tribute molded coolant hose, or Mercury Mariner upper coolant hose, this part number provides a focused OE-style replacement option.

This part cross-references Dayco 72564 and Four Seasons 66361 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Cracked or split upper radiator hose
• Coolant leaks at the hose body
• Softening or swelling from age and heat
• Incorrect hose shape after prior repairs
• Cooling-system service on a Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, or Mercury Mariner

Installation Notes

Verify hose routing, end diameters, and centerline length before installation. Drain coolant as needed, inspect the mating necks and clamps, and confirm the hose is seated without twists or kinks. This molded hose is listed for upper position applications only.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for replacement use in the vehicle cooling system. The Gates molded coolant hose line is offered as a broad replacement catalog for radiator, heater, bypass, and other coolant hose applications.