Gates 26499 Intercooler Hose - Turbocharger To Intercooler (Hot Side)

Turbocharger Hose for BMW 528i

Gates 26499 is an OE-exact molded turbocharger hose built for the hot-side connection between the turbocharger and intercooler. It is shaped for the 2012-2015 BMW 528i and 528i xDrive, with sizing and construction aimed at stable engine bay routing and dependable sealing under heat and oil exposure.

Key Features

• OE Performance grade molded intercooler hose
• Inside diameter: 2.25 in. / 57 mm
• Inside diameter: 2.5 in. / 64 mm
• Centerline length: 17 in. / 432 mm
• Multi-layer construction for reinforcement and durability
• Silicone outer cover resists oil, contaminants, and high under-hood temperatures

Product Details

This Gates turbocharger hose is engineered for reliable engine connections in turbocharged applications. The molded shape supports the hot-side routing used on the BMW 528i and BMW 528i xDrive, while the reinforced construction helps maintain hose integrity in demanding cooling and charge-air environments. Part number 26499 is a direct-fit style replacement for the specified applications and is also referenced by OE-style cross numbers used for the same fitment.

This part cross-references BMW OE numbers 13717612095 and 13718672108 for the same application.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Cracked or split turbocharger hose material
• Oil-softened hose surfaces at the charge-air connection
• Boost leaks caused by deteriorated intercooler hose sealing
• Heat-related hose deformation in the engine bay
• Restricted airflow from a damaged molded hose

Installation Notes

Verify the hose routing and connection points before installation on the BMW 528i or BMW 528i xDrive. Match the hot-side turbocharger-to-intercooler position, confirm the listed inside diameter and centerline length, and inspect adjoining clamps and pipes for wear or contamination before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Gates builds this hose to OE-exact standards with reinforced multi-layer construction and a silicone cover selected for resistance to oil, contaminants, and elevated temperatures. Part number 26499 is designed to meet the fitment and material demands of the specified BMW turbocharger hose application.