Gates 24447 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower

Gates 24447 Molded Coolant Hose

The Gates 24447 molded coolant hose is a direct-fit radiator coolant hose for specific Ford and Lincoln applications. Built from EPDM and plastic, it follows OEM-style routing with molded shaping to match the vehicle’s cooling system layout.

Gates Molded Coolant Hose products are application-specific and built around the original hose design, including integrated OE-style features where required. This helps maintain proper coolant flow and a clean, factory-style fit in the engine bay.

Key Features

• Part number: 24447
• Brand: Gates Molded Coolant Hose
• Material: EPDM and plastic
• Molded radiator coolant hose design
• Centerline length: 16 in. (406 mm)
• End 1 inside diameter: 1.31 in. (33 mm)
• End 2 inside diameter: 1.35 in. (34 mm)
• Modular hose outlet design
• Fits lower coolant hose applications for select Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ models

Detailed Description

Gates 24447 is a molded radiator coolant hose engineered for specific cooling system routing on 2013-2016 Ford Fusion and 2013 Lincoln MKZ lower hose applications. The molded shape supports the original hose path, while the EPDM and plastic construction is suited for coolant system service in modern passenger vehicles. This part number, 24447, is built to match the application-specific dimensions and outlet configuration used in the vehicle’s cooling circuit.

This part cross-references Dayco 72845 for the same application. If you are replacing a lower radiator coolant hose on a Ford Fusion or Lincoln MKZ, Gates 24447 provides a direct replacement option that aligns with the factory-style hose layout.

What This Hose Helps Address

• Coolant leakage from a cracked or deteriorated lower radiator hose
• Softening, swelling, or collapse of an aging coolant hose
• Improper hose routing after a previous repair
• Loss of coolant flow caused by hose damage or deformation
• Fitment issues when replacing the original molded hose assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and lower hose position before installation. Compare the original hose routing, end diameters, and molded shape to confirm the replacement matches the factory layout. Inspect adjoining clamps, fittings, and coolant connections for wear or contamination before refilling the system.

For fitment-specific searches, this hose fits 2013-2016 Ford Fusion, lower, and fits 2013 Lincoln MKZ, lower. It is a practical choice when replacing a molded coolant hose on these applications.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized aftermarket supplier of modular coolant hose assemblies, with products built to OE-style application requirements and integrated component layouts where needed. Gates 24447 is manufactured to follow the original cooling system design for the listed vehicles.