Gates 24461 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper

Gates Molded Coolant Hose for Sonic

Gates Part Number 24461 is a molded radiator coolant hose built to OEM-quality specifications for cooling system service. It is formed from EPDM and shaped for the upper hose position on select Chevrolet Sonic models, helping restore proper coolant routing without the need to source a dealer replacement.

The Gates Molded Coolant Hose line covers upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant applications, giving technicians a direct replacement option for common cooling system repairs. This Gates 24461 hose is a molded design with a 1.3 in. (33 mm) inside diameter at both ends and a 17.48 in. (444 mm) centerline length.

Key Features

• EPDM construction for coolant system use
• Molded shape for the upper radiator hose route
• 1.3 in. (33 mm) inside diameter at both ends
• 17.48 in. (444 mm) centerline length
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings
• Direct replacement for Gates 24461

Detailed Description

Gates 24461 is a molded coolant hose engineered for the upper radiator hose application on 2012-2020 Chevrolet Sonic models. The molded profile helps match the factory hose path, while the EPDM material is suited for coolant exposure and everyday engine bay temperatures. For buyers searching for a 2012-2020 Chevrolet Sonic upper radiator coolant hose, this part provides a straightforward replacement option with OE-style dimensions.

The Gates Molded Coolant Hose product line is built for multiple cooling system locations, including upper and lower radiator hoses, bypass hoses, and heater hose applications. This makes Gates Part Number 24461 a practical choice when replacing a worn, cracked, or leaking hose on a Chevrolet Sonic cooling system.

This part cross-references Bosch 17111 for the same application.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Coolant leaks from a cracked or aged upper hose
• Softening, swelling, or collapse of the original hose
• Improper hose routing after a failed replacement
• Loss of coolant from split rubber at the hose ends
• Cooling system service on a 2012-2020 Chevrolet Sonic

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the upper hose routing and end diameters before installation. Drain coolant as needed, inspect the thermostat housing and radiator necks for damage, and replace clamps if they are worn or corroded. Confirm that the hose is seated fully and routed without kinks or twist before refilling and bleeding the cooling system.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures molded coolant hoses to OEM-quality specifications for radiator and heater hose replacement. Part Number 24461 is built as a molded EPDM hose for the specified Chevrolet Sonic upper hose application.