What is the main purpose of a heater hose?

Heater hoses are part of your vehicle's cooling system. They carry hot coolant from the engine to the heater core inside the cabin, allowing your car's heater to produce warm air.

Why is a molded heater hose better than a straight hose?

A molded hose is shaped to fit a specific application, which helps prevent it from kinking or collapsing when installed. This ensures unrestricted coolant flow, which is crucial for both your heater and the engine's cooling system.

Does this hose come with any clamps?

This part is for the heater hose only and does not include hose clamps. You will need to purchase suitable clamps separately to secure the hose to the valve and water pump connections.

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Gates 2000 Ford Ranger 4-Cyl. 2.5L Valve To Water Pump Molded Heater Hose

Specifications

Brand: Gates
Part #: 18072
UPC: 00072053178104

Gates 2000 Ford Ranger 4-Cyl. 2.5L Valve To Water Pump Molded Heater Hose

Name: Gates 2000 Ford Ranger 4-Cyl. 2.5L Valve To Water Pump Molded Heater Hose
Brand: Gates
Price: 18.97 USD
Availability: InStock

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Gates 18072 molded heater hose. Ensures proper coolant flow for your vehicle's heating system.

Key Features

Fits a wide range of vehicles, including 2000-2001 Ford Ranger, 1991-1995 Dodge Caravan, and 2004-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
Molded design ensures a precise fit and prevents kinking or collapsing.
Connects the valve to the water pump for proper coolant circulation.
Built to withstand the heat and pressure of a vehicle's cooling system.

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Product Details

Gates is known for making reliable cooling system parts, and this molded heater hose is no exception. This hose connects your vehicle's valve to the water pump, ensuring coolant circulates properly to keep your cabin warm. It's built to handle the heat and pressure found in your engine's cooling system.

This particular hose is a molded design, meaning it has a specific shape that helps it fit right into place without kinking or collapsing. This is important because a kinked or collapsed hose can restrict coolant flow, leading to poor heater performance or even overheating. It's a solid option for replacing a worn-out or leaking heater hose on a variety of vehicles, including many Ford Rangers, Dodge Caravans, and Chevrolet Silverado models from different years.