What is the primary function of this heater hose?

This molded heater hose carries hot coolant from the engine to the heater core inside your vehicle, allowing your cabin to be heated. It then returns the cooled coolant back to the engine. This specific hose connects the thermostat housing to the engine block.

Why is a molded hose better than a universal one for this application?

A molded hose is pre-shaped to fit the specific routing of your vehicle's engine bay. This eliminates the need to bend or force a universal hose, which can create kinks or stress points that lead to leaks or premature failure. It ensures a cleaner installation and optimal coolant flow.

What material is this hose made from?

The hose features an inner tube made from heat-resistant EPDM rubber, which is essential for handling hot engine coolant. The outer cover is also built to withstand abrasion and the general wear and tear of the underhood environment.

2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma Heater Hose

Name: Gates 05-15 Toyota Tacoma V-6 4.0L Thermostat To Eng. Molded Heater Hose
Brand: Gates
SKU: gates-gates-05-15-toyota-tacoma-v-6-4-0l-thermostat-to-eng-molded-heater-hose-t14-875932
Price: 19.87 USD
Availability: BackOrder

Gates 05-15 Toyota Tacoma V-6 4.0L Thermostat To Eng. Molded Heater Hose

$19.87

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Fits 05-15 Toyota Tacoma V-6 4.0L. This Gates molded heater hose connects your thermostat to the engine.

Key Features

Fits 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma, 2003-2009 Toyota 4Runner, and 2011-2013 Toyota Tundra.
Designed for the 4.0L V-6 engine.
Connects the thermostat housing to the engine.
Molded shape simplifies installation and ensures proper routing.
Constructed with heat-resistant EPDM rubber for durability.
Outer cover resists abrasion and underhood conditions.

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Will it fit your car?

Fits these vehicles

Toyota 4Runner 2003-2009
Toyota Tacoma 2005-2015
Toyota Tundra 2011-2013

Product Details

This Gates molded heater hose is specifically shaped to connect the thermostat housing to the engine on your 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma with the 4.0L V-6 engine. Because it's molded, it follows the exact routing needed, which makes installation much simpler than trying to bend and fit a universal hose. A proper fit ensures there are no kinks or stress points that could lead to leaks or premature failure.

Gates uses a heat-resistant EPDM rubber compound for the inner tube, which is crucial for handling the hot coolant circulating through your engine's heating system. The outer cover is also designed to resist abrasion and the harsh conditions found under the hood. This well-built hose is designed to handle the temperature and pressure cycles your Tacoma's cooling system experiences day in and day out.

When you're replacing your heater hoses, it's often a good idea to replace both the upper and lower hoses, as well as the thermostat, to ensure your heating system is working at its best. This hose is a direct replacement for the original equipment part, so you can be confident it will fit right.