Vaico V20-1298 Engine Coolant Reservoir Hose - Upper

Engine Coolant Reservoir Hose for BMW

Vaico V20-1298 is an engine coolant reservoir hose that routes coolant from the expansion tank to the ventilation pipe. It is specified for OE number 17 12 7 534 917 and matches the upper cooling hose application on select BMW 550i and BMW 650i models.

Key Features

• Cooling hose from expansion tank to ventilation pipe
• OE reference: 17 12 7 534 917
• Length: 580 mm
• Height: 50 mm
• Width: 200 mm
• Lightweight construction at 0.138 kg
• Vaico part number V20-1298 for direct catalog lookup

Product Details

VAICO V20-1298 is part of the VAICO product line for cooling system service and replacement. This hose is built for the upper reservoir-to-radiator routing used on BMW cooling systems, with fitment listed for 2006-2010 BMW 550i, upper, and 2006-2010 BMW 650i, upper. If you are searching for a BMW 550i coolant reservoir hose or a BMW 650i upper cooling hose, V20-1298 provides the OE-number match needed for accurate replacement selection. This part cross-references Rein CHE0500 for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Addresses

• Cracked or hardened coolant hose material
• Coolant seepage at the expansion tank connection
• Restricted coolant transfer between reservoir and ventilation pipe
• Incorrect hose routing after prior repair work
• Fitment mismatch when replacing an OE-style BMW cooling hose

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify OE number 17 12 7 534 917 before installation and compare the hose length and routing to the removed part. Confirm the upper position and reservoir-to-radiator path on the vehicle before final assembly. Inspect adjoining cooling system connections for wear, residue, or damage so the replacement hose seats correctly.

Quality Assurance

VAICO supplies OE-referenced cooling system components for European vehicle applications. V20-1298 is cataloged to the specified OE number and fitment data for BMW 550i and BMW 650i models from 2006-2010.