Gates 26486 Intercooler Hose - Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side)

OE-Exact Turbocharger Hose for Hot-Side Intercooler Routing

Gates 26486 is an OE-exact molded turbocharger hose built for the hot-side connection between the pipe and intercooler. It is shaped for direct replacement on select Audi and Volkswagen turbocharged applications, including Audi A3, Audi S3, and Volkswagen Golf GTI models.

With a multi-layer construction and a silicone outer cover, this Gates Turbocharger Hose (Molded - Standard) is built to handle oil exposure, road contaminants, and elevated under-hood temperatures. The molded profile helps maintain the correct routing and fit for the intercooler hose connection.

Key Features

• OE Exact grade for factory-style fit and routing
• Molded hot-side intercooler hose design
• Multi-layer reinforcement for added strength and durability
• Silicone cover resists oil, environmental contaminants, and heat
• Inside diameter: 2.3 in. (58 mm)
• Centerline length: 13.5 in. (343 mm)
• Part number: 26486

Product Details

Gates 26486 is engineered as a replacement intercooler hose for the pipe-to-intercooler hot-side position. The OE-exact molded shape supports proper alignment in turbocharged intake plumbing, helping maintain a secure connection where heat, pressure, and vibration are common. This part cross-references 5Q0145832 and TCH0355 for the same application.

Compatible With 2015-2020 Audi A3, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side); 2015-2020 Audi A3 Quattro, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side); 2015-2018 Audi S3, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side); 2020 Audi S3, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side); 2016-2018 Audi TT Quattro, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side); 2016-2018 Audi TTS Quattro, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side); 2015-2017 Volkswagen Golf R, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side); 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side); 2017 Volkswagen Golf, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side), Mar. 13 & Older; 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side); 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side), Mar. 13 & Older; 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side), Mar. 13 & Older; 2015-2016 Volkswagen GTI, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side); 2017 Volkswagen GTI, Pipe to Intercooler (Hot Side), Mar. 13 & Older.

Common Replacement Uses

• Cracked or split hot-side intercooler hose
• Boost leaks at the pipe-to-intercooler connection
• Heat-damaged turbocharger hose material
• Oil-contaminated or deteriorated charge-air hose
• Fitment issues from a worn molded hose on Audi A3, Audi S3, or Volkswagen GTI applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the inside diameter and centerline length before installation, and confirm the hot-side pipe-to-intercooler routing matches the original hose. Inspect adjoining clamps, pipes, and sealing surfaces for wear or damage before reassembly. For best results, compare the removed hose to Gates 26486 before final fitment on Audi A3, Audi S3, and Volkswagen Golf applications.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this hose to OE-exact standards with reinforced construction and a heat-resistant silicone cover for demanding turbocharger service. The molded design and material selection reflect the requirements of modern turbocharged Audi and Volkswagen intake systems.