Gates 65026 HVAC Heater Hose

Overview

Gates 65026 is a molded thermoplastic coolant hose built for thermal management in modern electric vehicle systems. It is a direct-fit style hose assembly with a molded shape, multiple branches, and quick-connect interfaces for a precise replacement in the cooling circuit.

Compatible With Tesla 3 applications from 2021-2025, this hose supports chiller-to-battery routing and matches the molded thermoplastic design used in the original system. Gates 65026 is part of the Molded Thermoplastic Coolant Hoses line, developed from the brand’s long history in OEM and aftermarket thermal management.

Key Features

• Molded thermoplastic construction for coolant routing in thermal management systems
• Two-branch layout with multiple quick-connect interfaces
• Includes a temperature sensor provision for system integration
• Designed for chiller-to-battery coolant hose applications
• Gates part number 65026 for accurate ordering and identification

Detailed Description

This Gates HVAC heater hose is engineered as a molded thermoplastic coolant hose assembly for EV thermal circuits. The design uses plastic construction, a 47-inch centerline length, and branch routing to follow the original hose path while maintaining proper coolant flow. With quick-connect ends and sensor-related provisions, it serves as a fitment-specific replacement for Tesla 3 cooling hardware.

The Molded Thermoplastic Coolant Hoses product line reflects Gates’ focus on materials science and fluid-flow engineering for modern vehicle thermal systems. If you are replacing a hose in a Tesla 3 cooling circuit, Gates 65026 provides the correct molded configuration and connection style for the listed application. This part number, 65026, is the reference to use when matching the hose to the vehicle.

This part cross-references OEM numbers 152149300C and 170572000C for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant hose leakage from a cracked or aged molded hose
• Improper routing caused by a damaged branch hose assembly
• Connection issues at quick-connect fittings
• Thermal management faults related to hose deterioration
• Sensor integration problems in the coolant circuit

Installation Notes

Verify the hose routing, branch layout, and connector style against the removed part before installation. Confirm the Tesla 3 application and chiller-to-battery routing match the vehicle configuration. Use the part number 65026 to confirm the correct molded hose assembly before service.

Quality Assurance

Gates draws on decades of OEM and aftermarket thermal management experience, with more than 75 years in the automotive hose market. The Molded Thermoplastic Coolant Hoses line is developed for high-capacity thermal performance in modern vehicle systems.