Gates TL196 Turbocharger Coolant Line - Return

Gates TL196 Turbocharger Coolant Line

The Gates TL196 turbocharger coolant line is an OE Exact replacement for turbocharger coolant return service on select GM vehicles. Built from stainless steel, it is made to carry coolant to and from the turbocharger while handling the heat and pressure found in the turbo system.

Key Features

• Stainless steel construction for durability in high-temperature turbocharger environments
• OE Exact rating for direct-fit replacement confidence
• Banjo inlet fitting and clamp-on outlet fitting for the specified application
• Includes turbocharger coolant drain line, bolt, banjo bolt, and washers
• 36.625 in. centerline length (930 mm)
• Turbocharger coolant return line for select Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC models

Product Details

Gates Turbocharger Coolant Supply and Return Lines are engineered for coolant conveyance to and from the turbocharger, with a robust stainless steel design that helps resist leaks and withstand extreme operating temperatures. The TL196 is built as an OE Exact replacement and is cross-referenced to GM service numbers 12662748 and 12670757 for the same application. This part number is used on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Equinox, Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, and GMC Terrain, making it a focused solution for turbocharger coolant return service on the listed platforms.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Coolant seepage at the turbocharger return line
• Cracked, corroded, or heat-damaged coolant tubing
• Loss of coolant flow through the turbocharger circuit
• Leaks at banjo-style or clamp-on connection points
• Service replacement for a worn turbocharger coolant drain line

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and return-line position before ordering. Confirm the banjo inlet and clamp-on outlet configuration matches the original routing on your vehicle. Inspect mating surfaces, fasteners, and washers during installation, and replace any damaged sealing surfaces before final assembly. This part fits 2016-2019 Buick Encore, Return; 2021-2022 Buick Encore, Return; 2016-2019 Chevrolet Cruze, Return; 2016 Chevrolet Cruze NG, Return; 2018-2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Return; 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trax, Return; 2018-2021 GMC Terrain, Return; and 2024-2025 GMC Terrain, Return.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this turbocharger coolant line as an OE Exact replacement for the specified application, with stainless steel construction selected for demanding turbocharger cooling service.