Gates EMH326 Engine Crankcase Breather Hose - Valve Cover To Tube

OE-Exact Crankcase Breather Hose

The Gates EMH326 is an OE-exact engine crankcase breather hose for emission control service. Built from rubber for durability and service life, it restores the crankcase ventilation path on select Honda and Acura applications.

Use this Gates Emission Control Hose line replacement when you need a direct-fit hose for the valve cover to tube connection on the Honda Civic, Honda HR-V, and Acura ILX.

Key Features

• OE-exact replacement for the crankcase ventilation and emission control hose
• Rubber construction for dependable flexibility and fit
• Inside diameter: 12.2 mm / 15.3 mm (.48 in / .6 in)
• Centerline length: 88.9 mm (3.5 in)
• Push-in end type for the specified application
• Gates EMH326 part number for direct identification

Detailed Product Description

The Gates EMH326 crankcase breather hose is engineered to replace the original emission hose on vehicles that route vapors from the valve cover to the tube. As part of Gates’ Emission Control Hose line, it focuses on OE-style dimensions and material selection to help maintain proper crankcase ventilation and emission system operation. This part number, EMH326, is listed for 2012-2013 Honda Civic, 2013-2015 Acura ILX, and 2016-2021 Honda HR-V applications with the valve cover to tube position.

This part cross-references Honda 17153R1AA00 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Cracked or hardened crankcase breather hose material
• Vacuum leaks at the valve cover to tube connection
• Emission system flow issues caused by hose deterioration
• Oil vapor routing problems from a damaged breather hose
• Improper fit from non-OE-style replacement hoses

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hose routing and end style before installation. Match the inside diameter and centerline length to the original hose, and confirm the push-in connection seats fully at the valve cover and tube ends. For best results, inspect nearby ventilation components for wear or contamination before installing the new hose.

Quality Assurance

Gates markets this Emission Control Hose line as an OE-exact replacement built from high-quality materials for durability and service life. The EMH326 is intended to restore the emission system to proper operation on the listed Honda Civic, Honda HR-V, and Acura ILX applications.