Gates 26256 Turbocharger Intercooler Hose - Intercooler to Pipe (Cold Side)

Gates OE-Exact Turbocharger Hose

The Gates 26256 turbocharger hose is an OE-exact molded intercooler hose for the cold-side connection between the intercooler and pipe. It is built for Volkswagen and Audi turbocharged applications that need a precise molded fit, stable reinforcement, and resistance to heat, oil, and under-hood contamination.

Gates Turbocharger Hose (Molded - Standard) line focuses on direct-replacement molded hoses that match factory routing and connection geometry. For vehicles such as the Volkswagen GTI, Jetta, and Audi A3, that means a hose shaped to follow the original path without forcing the charge-air plumbing out of alignment.

• OE Exact replacement for factory-style fitment
• Multi-layer construction for reinforcement, durability, and strength
• Silicone outer cover resists oil, contaminants, and high-temperature engine bay conditions
• 2.3125 in. inside diameter for the specified charge-air connection
• 13.75 in. centerline length for molded routing accuracy
• Direct replacement for the cold-side intercooler to pipe position

Detailed Application Information

This Gates 26256 intercooler hose is used on turbocharged Volkswagen and Audi models where the cold-side charge-air path runs from the intercooler to the pipe. It cross-references OE-style part numbers such as 1K0145834AM and 1K0145834AR for the same application. Common search terms for this part include Volkswagen GTI intercooler hose, Audi A3 turbocharger hose, and cold-side intercooler to pipe hose replacement.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes 2006-2014 Volkswagen GTI, 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2006-2013 Audi A3 Quattro, 2007-2016 Volkswagen Eos, and 2006-2010 Volkswagen Jetta. It also applies to 2009-2010 Audi TT and TT Quattro, 2010 Audi S3, 2010 Volkswagen CC and Passat CC, plus 2009-2010 Volkswagen Passat.

What This Hose Helps Address

• Cracked or split turbocharger hose material
• Boost leaks at the intercooler-to-pipe connection
• Softening or swelling from oil exposure and heat cycling
• Loss of factory routing due to a misshaped or collapsed hose
• Airflow disruption in the cold-side charge-air path

Installation Notes

Verify the inside diameter and molded shape against the original hose before installation. Inspect adjoining pipes, clamps, and sealing surfaces for wear, contamination, or deformation so the new hose seats correctly. This part is positioned at the intercooler to pipe (cold side) location, so routing must match the factory layout on the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this hose as an OE-exact replacement with reinforced construction and a high-quality silicone cover for demanding under-hood conditions. The part number is 26256.