Gates 24170 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper

Upper Radiator Coolant Hose for Nissan and INFINITI

Gates 24170 is a molded radiator coolant hose built for upper cooling-system routing on select Nissan and INFINITI applications. It is shaped to match OEM-style fitment and uses EPDM construction for dependable coolant transfer in the engine bay.

Compatible with 1996-2000 Nissan Pathfinder, upper, and 1997-2000 INFINITI QX4, upper, this molded hose helps replace a worn or damaged factory hose with a direct-fit cooling-system part. Gates 24170 is part of the Molded Coolant Hose line, which covers upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant hose applications.

Key Features

• Gates Molded Coolant Hose line replacement part
• EPDM rubber construction for coolant-system service
• Molded shape for OEM-style routing and fit
• 1.3 in. inside diameter at both ends
• 11.3 in. centerline length
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings
• Direct replacement for upper radiator hose applications

Product Details

This Gates 24170 radiator coolant hose is engineered for upper hose routing on the 1996-2000 Nissan Pathfinder and 1997-2000 INFINITI QX4. The molded profile follows the original hose path, helping maintain proper coolant flow and a clean installation layout. Gates molded coolant hoses are offered across a broad range of cooling applications, making this part a practical OE-style replacement when the original hose is cracked, softened, or leaking.

This part cross-references Continental 61028 and 62862 for the same application.

Common Cooling Issues It Can Address

• Coolant leaks from a split or aged upper hose
• Softening, swelling, or collapse of the original hose
• Improper hose routing after prior repair work
• Loss of coolant from cracked EPDM or rubber hose material
• Overheating caused by restricted coolant transfer at the upper radiator connection

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle is a 1996-2000 Nissan Pathfinder or 1997-2000 INFINITI QX4 with upper hose routing before ordering.
• Inspect hose clamps, radiator necks, and thermostat housing connections for wear before installation.
• Drain coolant to a safe level before removing the old hose.
• Confirm the molded shape matches the original routing before tightening clamps.
• Refill and bleed the cooling system according to the vehicle service procedure after installation.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for the listed applications. Part number 24170 is built as a direct-fit replacement for upper cooling-system service on the specified Nissan Pathfinder and INFINITI QX4 models.