Gates EMH179 Engine Crankcase Breather Hose - PCV Valve To Intake or Valve Cover To Intake Tube

Gates EMH179 Emission Control Hose

The Gates EMH179 is an OE-exact crankcase breather hose for emission control service. Built from plastic and rubber with molded push-in ends, it restores the crankcase ventilation path on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications.

As part of the Gates Emission Control Hose line, this replacement hose is built for direct-fit service where the original hose routes vapors from the PCV system to the intake. The EMH179 follows OE-style dimensions and construction for a precise replacement on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• OE Exact replacement for crankcase ventilation and emission control service
• Plastic and rubber construction for durability and service life
• Molded hose design with push-in ends
• Inside diameter: 15 mm (0.58 in.)
• Centerline length: 406 mm (16 in.)
• OE comparison rating: OE Exact
• Brand line: Gates Emission Control Hose

Detailed Description

Gates EMH179 is an engine crankcase breather hose engineered for emission control routing between the PCV valve and intake system. It is a direct replacement for the original hose used on 2007-2011 Lincoln Town Car, 2003-2004 Ford Crown Victoria, 2003-2004 Mercury Grand Marquis, and 2003 Lincoln Town Car applications listed below. If you are replacing a cracked, hardened, or leaking PCV hose on a Lincoln Town Car, Ford Crown Victoria, or Mercury Grand Marquis, this hose provides the OE-style fit and routing needed to restore normal crankcase ventilation performance.

This part cross-references 3W7Z 6853 A and 3W7Z 6853 AA for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Cracked or brittle crankcase breather hose
• Vacuum leaks in the PCV/emission control circuit
• Oil vapor routing issues between the PCV valve and intake
• Check engine concerns related to emission hose deterioration
• Improper hose fit after a failed OE hose replacement

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2007-2011 Lincoln Town Car, PCV Valve To Intake, W/O Electric Heated PCV Valve; Emission Control Hose
• Fits 2003-2004 Ford Crown Victoria, PCV Valve To Intake, Emission Control Hose
• Fits 2003-2004 Mercury Grand Marquis, PCV Valve To Intake, Emission Control Hose
• Fits 2003 Lincoln Town Car, Valve Cover To Intake Tube, Emission Control Hose
• Confirm the hose routing, end style, and length before installation
• Inspect mating ports for wear, oil residue, or damage before pushing the hose into place

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this hose as an OE-exact emission control replacement using materials selected for durability and service life. The EMH179 is built to restore the original emission system function on the listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles.