Gates EMH249 Engine Crankcase Breather Hose - Valve Cover To Intake Tube (Right)

Gates EMH249 Crankcase Breather Hose

The Gates EMH249 is an OE-exact engine crankcase breather hose for emission control service. Built from molded plastic with clip-on ends, it restores the crankcase ventilation path between the valve cover and intake tube on select BMW applications.

Gates Emission Control Hose products are engineered as direct replacement solutions for emission system routing, with OE-style dimensions and fitment details that match the original hose layout. The EMH249 follows that approach for BMW crankcase ventilation service, including the right-side valve cover to intake tube connection.

Key Features

• OE Exact replacement for crankcase ventilation and emission control service
• Molded plastic construction for a factory-style fit
• Clip-on end design for the original connection points
• Centerline length: 10.5 in. (267 mm)
• Inside diameters: 16 mm, 16 mm, and 5 mm
• OE comparison rating: OE Exact
• Cross-reference: Genuine 11157646086

Detailed Description

Gates EMH249 is an engine crankcase breather hose designed for emission control and PCV routing on select BMW models, including BMW X6, BMW 550i, BMW 550i GT, BMW 550i GT xDrive, BMW 550i xDrive, BMW X5, BMW 650i, BMW 650i xDrive, BMW 750i, BMW 750i xDrive, BMW 750Li, and BMW 750Li xDrive. It is specified for the valve cover to intake tube connection on the right side and uses molded, OE-style geometry to match the original hose path. If you are replacing a cracked or leaking BMW crankcase ventilation hose, EMH249 provides the correct routing and connector style for the application.

What It Helps Fix

• Cracked or brittle crankcase breather hose material
• Vacuum leaks at the valve cover to intake tube connection
• Oil vapor routing issues in the crankcase ventilation system
• Emission control faults related to damaged hose routing
• PCV system performance problems caused by hose deterioration

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hose routing, connector style, and inside diameter before installation. This part uses clip-on ends and is molded for the right-side valve cover to intake tube position, so confirm the original hose path on the vehicle before removal. Inspect adjacent PCV and intake components for wear, oil saturation, or damaged retaining clips that could affect sealing.

Quality Assurance

Gates designs this Emission Control Hose line as OE-exact replacement hardware for emission system service, using durable materials intended to restore original operation and performance. Part number EMH249 is built to match the factory-style application details for select BMW crankcase ventilation repairs.