Gates 23705 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 23705 Molded Coolant Hose

The Gates 23705 molded coolant hose is built for lower radiator hose replacement on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. It uses EPDM construction and OEM-style molded shaping to match the routing and dimensions needed for a proper cooling system repair.

Compatible with 2009-2012 Ford Escape, 2009-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2009-2011 Mercury Mariner in the lower hose position, this Gates Molded Coolant Hose line is made to cover upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant applications with OE-level fitment standards.

Key Features

• Part number 23705
• EPDM rubber construction for coolant system service
• Molded design for the lower radiator hose route
• 1.5 in. inside diameter at both ends
• 21.43 in. centerline length
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings
• Direct replacement style for select Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner applications

Product Details

Gates 23705 is a molded radiator coolant hose engineered for the lower cooling circuit on the 2009-2012 Ford Escape, 2009-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2009-2011 Mercury Mariner. The molded shape helps match factory hose routing, while the EPDM material is commonly used in cooling system service for its resistance to heat and coolant exposure. This part cross-references Continental 66151 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Lower radiator hose leakage
• Cracked or hardened coolant hose material
• Coolant seepage at the hose connection points
• Incorrect hose routing after prior repair work
• Cooling system service on Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, or Mercury Mariner models

Installation Notes

Verify hose routing, end diameters, and centerline length before installation. Drain the cooling system as needed, inspect adjoining fittings and clamps, and confirm the hose seats fully at both ends. After installation, refill and bleed the cooling system according to the vehicle service procedure.

Quality Assurance

Gates Molded Coolant Hose products are built to OEM-quality specifications and are part of a broad replacement hose line covering multiple coolant applications. The 23705 is manufactured for direct-fit cooling system service on the listed vehicles.