Gates TL169 Turbocharger Coolant Line - Return

Turbocharger Coolant Drain Line for Ram Diesel Applications

The Gates TL169 turbocharger coolant drain line is built for coolant transfer in turbocharger systems where heat and pressure demand a durable replacement part. With an OE Exact rating and steel construction, this turbocharger coolant line is made for direct-fit service on select Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 diesel applications.

Gates’ Turbocharger Coolant Line product line focuses on coolant supply and return routing at the turbocharger, helping maintain secure flow paths in high-temperature engine bay conditions. The TL169 follows that OE-style approach for a precise replacement on the listed Ram and Dodge Ram models.

Key Features

• Part number TL169 turbocharger coolant drain line
• Steel construction for strength in turbocharger heat zones
• Banjo inlet and banjo outlet fittings
• Centerline length: 7.75 in. (197 mm)
• OE Exact comparison rating for direct replacement service
• Includes turbocharger coolant drain line, banjo bolts, and washers

Detailed Product Description

This Gates turbocharger coolant line is designed for the return side of the turbocharger cooling circuit and is built to route coolant away from the turbocharger assembly with a secure, OE-style fit. The TL169 is a steel turbocharger coolant drain line with banjo fittings at both ends, matching the listed application requirements for 2007-2010 Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500, plus 2011-2012 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 return-side service. This part cross-references 68005449AA for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Coolant leakage at the turbocharger return line
• Cracked or corroded coolant line material
• Improper coolant routing at the turbocharger
• Banjo fitting seepage from worn sealing surfaces
• Loss of coolant flow through the turbocharger cooling circuit

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and return-line configuration before installation. Inspect the banjo bolt sealing surfaces and replace worn washers as needed during service. Confirm the line routing matches the original turbocharger coolant drain path on the Ram 2500, Ram 3500, or Dodge Ram 2500/Ram 3500 application.

Quality Assurance

The TL169 carries an OE Exact comparison rating and is engineered by Gates for turbocharger coolant conveyance in demanding engine bay temperatures. Its steel construction and banjo-style connections support a direct replacement approach for the specified Ram diesel applications.