Gates TL135 Turbocharger Oil Return Line

Turbocharger Coolant Line for Ford Applications

Gates TL135 is a turbocharger coolant feed line built for coolant transfer to and from the turbocharger in demanding engine bay conditions. It uses a steel construction and OE Exact rating to match the original application on select Ford, Lincoln, and Transit models.

Use Gates TL135 when you need a direct-fit turbocharger coolant line for Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Transit applications. The Gates Turbocharger Coolant Line line is focused on OE-style replacement parts for turbocharger cooling circuits where leak resistance and temperature control matter.

Key Features

• Steel construction for durability in high-heat turbocharger environments
• OE Exact rating for factory-style replacement fitment
• Turbocharger coolant feed line design for coolant conveyance to and from the turbocharger
• Centerline length: 9.875 in. (251 mm)
• Inlet fitting type: bolt on
• Outlet fitting type: push in
• Includes turbocharger coolant feed line and adapter

Detailed Product Overview

This Gates turbocharger coolant line is engineered as a coolant feed line for the turbo system, helping maintain proper coolant routing around the turbocharger. The steel line construction is built for the thermal and pressure demands found in turbocharged engines, while the OE Exact rating supports factory-style replacement on the listed vehicles. Gates TL135 cross-references Ford BL3Z 8K153 B and BL3Z 8K153 BB for the same application.

Compatible With 2011-2016 Ford F-150, N/A; 2015-2017 Ford Expedition, N/A; 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, N/A; 2015-2020 Ford Transit-150, N/A; 2015-2020 Ford Transit-250, N/A; 2015-2020 Ford Transit-350, N/A; 2015-2020 Ford Transit-350 HD, N/A; and 2020 Ford Transit, N/A. Gates TL135 is a direct replacement choice for turbocharger coolant line service on these applications.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Coolant leakage at the turbocharger feed line
• Cracked, corroded, or heat-damaged coolant line routing
• Loss of proper coolant flow to the turbocharger
• Service replacement for a worn OE turbocharger coolant line
• Fitment issues caused by using the wrong line style or fitting type

Installation Notes and Quality Assurance

Verify the inlet and outlet fitting types, centerline length, and vehicle application before installation. This part uses a bolt-on inlet and push-in outlet, so matching the original routing and connection points is important for proper installation on Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Transit models.

Gates designs its turbocharger coolant supply and return lines for coolant conveyance in extreme turbocharger temperatures, with a focus on leak resistance and OE-style replacement performance. Part number TL135 is identified as an OE Exact replacement for the listed applications.