Gates 24742 Radiator Coolant Hose - Heater Outlet

Gates Molded Coolant Hose 24742 Overview

Gates 24742 is a molded radiator coolant hose built for specific rear-heater applications in select Chrysler, Dodge, and Ram vehicles. It follows OE-style routing and integrates the branch and female quick connector needed for the original cooling system layout.

The Gates Molded Coolant Hose line focuses on application-specific fitment and OE-style component integration, making it a direct replacement choice for vehicles that use molded coolant hose assemblies rather than straight universal hose lengths.

Key Features

• EPDM, plastic, and steel construction for coolant system service
• Molded hose shape for factory-style routing
• Includes one branch and one female quick connector
• Modular coolant hose design for specific vehicle applications
• End inside diameters: 15 mm, 16 mm, and 15 mm branch connection
• Centerline length: 283 mm
• No spring included

Detailed Description

This Gates radiator coolant hose is engineered for rear heater outlet routing and matches the type of integrated hose assembly used in the original cooling system. The molded design helps maintain proper hose path and connection geometry, while the modular construction supports the branch and quick-connect layout found on the vehicle.

Compatible With 2011-2020 Dodge Grand Caravan, Heater Outlet; 2011-2015 Chrysler Town & Country, Heater Outlet; and 2012-2015 Ram C/V, Heater Outlet. This part number, 24742, is also referenced in interchange listings for related OE-style applications, including Chrysler and Dodge cooling system service.

This part cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions 626-315HP and Carlson 17389 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant leaks at a cracked or aged molded hose
• Broken or worn quick-connect hose connections
• Improper hose routing after cooling system repair
• Rear heater circuit hose replacement needs
• Loss of factory-style fit in the heater outlet line

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s rear heater configuration and heater outlet routing before installation. Match the hose ends, branch location, and quick connector style to the original part, and inspect adjoining fittings for wear, corrosion, or coolant residue before reassembly. Confirm the application against the vehicle’s model year and cooling system layout for Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, or Ram C/V service.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized automotive aftermarket supplier in modular coolant hose assemblies, and this hose is manufactured to application-specific OE-style requirements for fit and function in the listed vehicles.