Gates 98-05 Volkswagen Passat 4-Cyl. 1.8L Upper Molded Coolant Hose

What you get with this Gates 22874 part is a well-built, upper molded coolant hose specifically made for your 1997-2006 Audi A4, 1997-2005 Audi A4 Quattro, or 1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat with the 4-cylinder 1.8L engine. This hose is a crucial part of your vehicle's cooling system, carrying coolant from the engine to the radiator to help prevent overheating.

Gates uses durable materials and a molded design to ensure this hose fits right and holds up to the heat and pressure under the hood. A molded hose like this one is shaped to follow the exact routing needed in your engine bay, making installation straightforward compared to universal hose options that might need cutting or awkward bending. Replacing a cracked or leaking coolant hose is important for maintaining your engine's optimal operating temperature and preventing costly damage.