{"product_id":"gates-52527-hvac-heater-hose-reservoir-lower","title":"Gates 52527 HVAC Heater Hose - Reservoir (Lower)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 52527 molded coolant hose is built for specific cooling-system routing and uses OE-style integrated components to match the application. It is a fitment-based replacement for select Ford truck cooling layouts, including lower reservoir routing on the F-150 and Lobo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates Molded Coolant Hose products are engineered around application-specific hose shapes and integrated features such as branches and quick-connectors. That approach helps replace complex factory hose assemblies with a part that follows the original routing and connection style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM and plastic construction for coolant-system service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded hose shape for application-specific routing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo branches with integrated connector features.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd sizes of 16 mm and 1 in. for the listed connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterline length of 17.5 in. for the specified layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the Gates 52527 when replacing a molded HVAC heater hose assembly that follows factory-style coolant routing and connection points. This part number is listed for 2021-2025 Ford F-150 and 2021 Ford Lobo applications at the reservoir (lower) position, making it a direct fitment-based option for those cooling-system configurations. The molded design, EPDM\/plastic material mix, and integrated branch layout support a clean replacement for the original hose path. Gates 52527 is also referenced by cross numbers F12154 and ML3Z 8C289 C for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a cracked or leaking molded coolant hose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper coolant flow through a factory-style hose route.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing damaged quick-connector or branch sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting fitment issues on a worn hose assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle year, model, and reservoir (lower) hose routing before ordering. Match the hose shape, connector style, and end sizes to the original assembly on the Ford F-150 or Ford Lobo application. Confirm the part number 52527 against the existing hose assembly to ensure correct fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates is a major aftermarket supplier in modular coolant hose assemblies and builds application-specific hoses to OE-style specifications with integrated components where required.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53511644545205,"sku":"BBSC-52527","price":65.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_52527_TOP.jpg?v=1791868842","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-52527-hvac-heater-hose-reservoir-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}