Gates 23698 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper

Upper Radiator Coolant Hose for Honda Accord and Crosstour

The Gates 23698 molded coolant hose is an OE-style replacement for upper radiator hose applications on select Honda vehicles. Built to OEM-quality specifications, it provides a direct-fit solution for replacing a worn or damaged upper coolant hose on 2008-2012 Honda Accord and 2012-2015 Honda Crosstour models.

Key Features

• Molded EPDM construction for coolant system service
• Upper hose application with a formed shape for proper routing
• 1.19 in. (30 mm) inside diameter at both ends
• 19.4 in. (493 mm) centerline length
• No spring, no modular sections, and no quick-connect fittings
• OE-style replacement from Gates Molded Coolant Hose line

Product Details

Gates Molded Coolant Hose part number 23698 is engineered for upper radiator coolant hose service where a shaped hose is required to match factory routing. The EPDM material is selected for cooling-system use, and the molded profile helps maintain the correct path between connection points. This part number 23698 is listed for 2008-2012 Honda Accord, upper, and 2012-2015 Honda Crosstour, upper. Gates 23698 is part of the Molded Coolant Hose line, which covers upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant hose applications with OEM-quality specifications.

This part cross-references Continental 66247 and Dayco 72450 for the same application.

Common Cooling System Issues It Can Address

• Cracked or split upper radiator hose
• Coolant leaks at the hose body or connection points
• Softening, swelling, or heat-related hose deterioration
• Poor hose routing caused by a deformed original hose
• Overheating concerns related to restricted coolant flow from a damaged hose

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hose routing and end diameters before installation on your Honda Accord or Honda Crosstour. Inspect adjoining clamps, necks, and coolant passages for wear, corrosion, or residue before installing the new hose. Drain coolant as needed, transfer the hose into the factory routing, and confirm there is no twisting or contact with hot or moving components after installation.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for radiator hose replacement service. The molded EPDM construction and application-specific shape support a direct replacement for the listed Honda Accord and Honda Crosstour fitments.