Gates 18296 Premium Molded Heater Hose Small I.D. EPDM

The Gates 18296 Premium Molded Heater Hose is a factory-molded, OEM-style small I.D. heater hose engineered to fit today's tighter, more compact engine compartments. Constructed with an EPDM tube, synthetic fiber knit reinforcement, and EPDM cover, this hose delivers long-lasting performance in coolant, water, and air transfer applications — and is also approved for marine use.

Key Features:

• Factory-molded OEM-style design built to match original equipment specifications for precise, leak-free fitment
• Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation (ECD) — the leading cause of heater hose failure
• EPDM construction — tube, synthetic fiber knit reinforcement, and EPDM cover for superior durability
• Temperature range: -40°F to 275°F (-40°C to 135°C)
• Centerline length: 33-7/8 inches (861mm)
• End 1 inside diameter: 5/16 inch (7mm)
• End 2 inside diameter: 3/8 inch (9mm)
• Meets SAE 20R3 Type EC Class D-1 and D-2 specifications
• Approved for coolant, water, and air applications; also approved for marine use
• 1-Year Limited Warranty

Important: Gates recommends replacing hose clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed. Not intended for fuel or oil transfer applications.

Gates has been a trusted name in automotive parts manufacturing for over a century, partnering with OEMs worldwide to engineer high-quality replacement components that meet or exceed original equipment standards.