Gates 26542 Intercooler Hose - Intercooler to Pipe (Cold Side)

Turbocharger Hose for OE-Style Fitment

Gates 26542 is an OE-exact molded intercooler hose built for the cold-side turbocharger connection. It is made for 2005-2006 Volkswagen Jetta applications at the intercooler to pipe location, with a molded shape that follows the factory routing for a direct replacement fit.

The Gates Turbocharger Hose (Molded - Standard) line focuses on factory-style geometry and durable construction for turbocharged engine plumbing. This hose uses a multi-layer design for reinforcement, while the silicone outer cover is formulated to resist oil, road contaminants, and high under-hood temperatures.

Key Features

• OE-exact molded intercooler hose for factory-style routing
• 2 in. inside diameter for the specified turbocharger connection
• 12 in. centerline length for the listed application
• Multi-layer construction for added strength and reinforcement
• Silicone cover resists oil, environmental contaminants, and heat
• OE Performance grade for replacement use
• Part number 26542 for ordering and cross-reference lookup

Detailed Description

Gates 26542 is an intercooler hose designed for the cold side of the turbo system on 2005-2006 Volkswagen Jetta models. It serves the intercooler to pipe connection and is shaped to match the original hose path, helping maintain proper turbo plumbing alignment in the engine bay. If you are replacing a worn Volkswagen Jetta intercooler hose or searching for a 2005-2006 Volkswagen Jetta cold-side turbocharger hose, this part number 26542 is the direct reference to use.

This part cross-references Volkswagen OE numbers 3C0145832D and R25365 for the same application. The Gates 26542 molded hose is built for consistent fitment in turbocharged intake and charge-air routing where heat, oil exposure, and vibration can affect hose integrity over time.

Common Problems It Can Address

• Cracked or split intercooler hose material
• Boost leaks at the cold-side turbocharger connection
• Softening or swelling from oil and heat exposure
• Loss of factory hose shape after long-term engine bay use
• Airflow disruption caused by a damaged charge-air hose

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hose routing, inside diameter, and centerline length against the removed part before installation. For 2005-2006 Volkswagen Jetta intercooler to pipe (cold side) service, confirm that the molded shape matches the factory path and that all mating surfaces are clean and free of debris before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this hose as an OE-exact replacement with reinforced construction and a heat- and contaminant-resistant outer cover. Part number 26542 is built to meet OE Performance expectations for the listed Volkswagen Jetta applications.