Gates 26387 Intercooler Hose - Pipe to Engine (Cold Side)

Gates OE-Exact Turbocharger Hose for Jetta

The Gates 26387 turbocharger hose is an OE-exact molded intercooler hose built for reliable engine connections in turbocharged systems. It is shaped for the cold-side pipe-to-engine route on 2005-2006 Volkswagen Jetta models and uses a reinforced, multi-layer construction with a silicone outer cover for durability in demanding under-hood conditions.

Gates Turbocharger Hose (Molded - Standard) focuses on factory-style fit and consistent airflow routing. For Volkswagen Jetta turbocharger hose replacement needs, part number 26387 provides a direct-fit solution for the specified cold-side application.

Key Features

• OE Exact molded design for the factory-style turbocharger hose route
• Fits 2005-2006 Volkswagen Jetta, pipe to engine (cold side)
• Multi-layer construction for added reinforcement and strength
• Silicone outer cover resists oil, road contaminants, and heat
• Inside diameter specifications: 1.45 in, 2 in, 37 mm, and 51 mm
• Centerline length: 8 in, 203 mm
• Gates part number 26387 for catalog and cross-reference use

Detailed Description

This Gates intercooler hose is engineered for the turbocharger plumbing on 2005-2006 Volkswagen Jetta models at the pipe-to-engine cold-side location. The molded shape helps maintain the intended routing and connection geometry, while the reinforced construction supports long-term service in high-temperature engine bay conditions. If you are replacing a worn Volkswagen Jetta turbocharger hose, 26387 is built to match the OE-style application and dimensions.

The Gates 26387 hose line is focused on exact-fit replacement parts for turbocharged engine connections. This part cross-references Volkswagen OE numbers 3C0145828E and 3C0145828K for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Address

• Cracked or split intercooler hose material
• Boost leaks caused by deteriorated hose connections
• Oil contamination affecting hose integrity
• Heat-related softening or swelling of the original hose
• Loss of factory-style routing in the cold-side turbo plumbing

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hose routing, connection diameters, and molded shape against the original part before installation. Inspect adjoining clamps, pipes, and sealing surfaces for wear or damage, since a new hose performs best when the full connection path is in good condition. Confirm fitment for 2005-2006 Volkswagen Jetta, pipe to engine (cold side), before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this hose as an OE-exact replacement part with reinforced construction and a high-quality silicone cover for demanding engine-bay use. Part number 26387 is built to meet the dimensional and application requirements of the listed Volkswagen Jetta fitment.