Rein CHR0918 Engine Coolant Hose - Oil Cooler (Upper) To Pipe

OE-Style Coolant Hose for Vanagon

The Rein CHR0918 engine coolant hose is an OE-quality replacement for European cooling systems that need an exact-fit hose shape and connection layout. It is built for the 1986-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon at the oil cooler (upper) to pipe position, with black construction and molded dimensions that match the original routing.

For Volkswagen Vanagon cooling system service, the CHR0918 provides a direct replacement path for the upper oil cooler hose connection. Rein designs this hose to mirror OEM size, branch geometry, and thermoplastic quick-connect style where applicable, helping maintain the factory-style fit of the cooling circuit.

Key Features

• Engine coolant hose for the oil cooler (upper) to pipe location
• Fits 1986-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon
• Black hose construction
• Hose end 1 outside diameter: 21.64 mm
• Hose end 2 outside diameter: 16.84 mm
• Hose end 1 inside diameter: 14.99 mm
• Hose end 2 inside diameter: 9.45 mm
• OE-style replacement for factory hose routing

Detailed Description

Rein CHR0918 is an engine coolant hose made for European vehicle cooling systems that require a precise replacement at the oil cooler (upper) to pipe connection. This part number is listed for the 1986-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon and is shaped to follow the original hose path, helping preserve the factory layout of the cooling system. The hose is black and built with end dimensions that align with the specified connection points. This part cross-references Volkswagen 025121058G for the same application.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Cracked or hardened coolant hose material
• Coolant seepage at the oil cooler hose connection
• Loss of proper hose sealing at the pipe interface
• Deformed or mismatched replacement hose routing
• Cooling system service on a Volkswagen Vanagon with aging original hoses

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hose routing and connection sizes before installation on your Volkswagen Vanagon. Inspect adjoining pipes, clamps, and sealing surfaces for wear or corrosion, and replace any damaged components before filling the cooling system. After installation, refill and bleed the system according to the vehicle service procedure to remove trapped air.

Quality Assurance

Rein Automotive positions this hose as an OE-quality replacement for European vehicles, with dimensions and connection design based on original equipment requirements. The CHR0918 is built to match the factory hose application for the specified Volkswagen Vanagon fitment.