Gates 97-99 Ford E Series Van V-8 5.4L Heater To Intake Manifold Molded Coolant Hose

Gates is a well-known name for belts and hoses, and they make a solid option for your Ford E-Series van's cooling system. This is the molded coolant hose that runs from the heater core to the intake manifold on 1997 through 2000 models equipped with the 5.4L V8 engine. A cracked or leaking hose here can cause a lot of coolant loss and leave you with no heat, so replacing it is important maintenance.

This hose is made from a durable EPDM rubber compound, which is what most manufacturers use for coolant hoses because it holds up well to heat and the chemicals in coolant. It's molded to the exact shape needed for a direct fit, meaning it follows the bends and curves of the engine bay without needing to be forced into place. This makes installation much simpler compared to trying to bend and route a universal hose. It fits a range of E-Series vans, including the E-150, E-250, and E-350 models from those years.