Gates 24124 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper

Gates 24124 Molded Coolant Hose Overview

The Gates 24124 molded coolant hose is a radiator coolant hose built for specific OE-style applications. It uses EPDM, plastic, and steel construction and includes molded routing with integrated modular components for a precise cooling-system fit. This hose is listed for 2004-2005 BMW 525i and 2004-2005 BMW 530i upper hose applications.

Key Features

• Brand: Gates Molded Coolant Hose line
• Part number: 24124
• Radiator coolant hose for upper cooling-system routing
• EPDM, plastic, and steel material construction
• Molded design for application-specific fitment
• Modular hose design with branch and 4 female quick connectors
• Branch quantity: 2
• Centerline length: 13 in, 15.75 in, 400 mm
• End inside diameters include 1.5 in / 38 mm, plus .5 in and .60 in / 15 mm connection points
• Fits 2004-2005 BMW 525i, upper
• Fits 2004-2005 BMW 530i, upper

Detailed Description

Gates 24124 is a molded radiator coolant hose from the Gates Molded Coolant Hose product line, built for vehicles that use a modular coolant hose assembly with integrated OE-style components. Gates manufactures this hose to match specific applications and to mirror original equipment design details such as branches and quick-connect fittings. For BMW cooling-system service, this hose is listed for the upper hose position on the 2004-2005 BMW 525i and 2004-2005 BMW 530i.

This part cross-references Four Seasons 24124 and Rein CHR0049P for the same application. The molded layout, multiple connection sizes, and quick-connect interface points support direct replacement of the original radiator coolant hose assembly on the BMW 525i and BMW 530i.

Common Cooling System Issues It Can Address

• Cracked or deteriorated upper radiator hose material
• Coolant leaks at molded hose junctions or connector points
• Damaged quick-connect fittings on the original hose assembly
• Incorrect hose routing after prior cooling-system repairs
• Heat-related hose swelling, hardening, or loss of flexibility

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the upper hose routing and connector style against the removed part before installation. Inspect mating ports, quick-connect seals, and adjacent cooling-system components for wear or residue before connecting the new hose. Because this is a molded modular hose assembly, proper alignment with the original routing is important for a secure fit on the BMW 525i and BMW 530i.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized automotive aftermarket supplier with experience in modular coolant hose assemblies. The 24124 is built to application-specific specifications for OE-style cooling-system replacement.