ACDelco
ACDelco 22381M | Radiator Coolant Hose
Molded Upper Radiator HoseBRAND: ACDelcoFEATURES:A/C Compressor Belt;Air Brake Hose;Air Intake Duct Drain Hose;Alternator Decoupler Pulley;Coolant Hose;Drive Belt;Elbow Air Vent Hose;Flanged Idler...
ACD_RemanDes | No |
AltPA_2008_mm | 40.0 |
AltPA_2009_mm | 40.0 |
AltPA_2035_mm | 109 |
Branch Quantity | 0 |
Color | Black |
Contains Spring | NO |
End 1 Inside Diameter | 1.58 |
End 2 Inside Diameter | 1.58 |
FAQ - A1 | Yes, make sure the hose clamps are screwed on tightly when installing. |
FAQ - A2 | Yes - when there's water in the hose. That's why it's important to follow the vehicle manufacturer's recommendation on the use of engine coolant. |
FAQ - A3 | No, use the hose in the way it's listed in the ACDelco belts and hoses catalog. |
FAQ - A4 | Yes, this requires inspection, though. When the engine is cool, squeeze the hoses with your thumb and forefinger near the clamps. Feel for soft or mushy spots. A good hose will have a firm yet pliant feel. Also, Inspect for cracks, nicks, bulges (usually while hot), or a collapsed section in the hose and oil contamination, or fraying near the connection points. |
FAQ - A5 | No |
FAQ - A6 | No |
FAQ - Q1 | Can an automotive hose detach during use? |
FAQ - Q2 | Can an automotive hose freeze in the winter? |
FAQ - Q3 | Can I use the same automotive hose for multiple uses? |
FAQ - Q4 | Will I know when it is time to replace an automotive hose? |
FAQ - Q5 | Are there steps I can take to ensure a longer automotive hose life? |
FAQ - Q6 | Will a worn automotive hose affect gas mileage? |
Features & Benefits - B1 | Has a heat and ozone resistant cover to increase the life of the hose |
Features & Benefits - B2 | Comes with a protective sleeve to help duplicate GM OE designs for proper fit and function |
Features & Benefits - B3 | Made of re-engineered materials to resist vacuum collapse and also reduce the need for internal springs in many applications |
Features & Benefits - B4 | Installs without buckling, bending out of shape, or straining at the connection for easy installation |
Features & Benefits - B5 | Inside diameters ranges from 1/4 in to 1 in to fit different types of vehicles |
Good Maintenance Practices - S1 B1 | Examine hoses every 12 months. Look for leaks, cracks, or rot. Replace when showing signs of wear. |
Good Maintenance Practices - S1 B2 | Tighten any loose clamps. Replace clamps when replacing hoses. |
Good Maintenance Practices - S1 B3 | Have cooling system inspected immediately if instrument panel-mounted temperature gauge indicates engine overheating. |
Good Maintenance Practices - S1 B4 | Periodically remove bugs, leaves, and other debris from the front of the radiator. They can block airflow and substantially reduce cooling efficiency. |
Good Maintenance Practices - S1 B5 | Though electrochemical degradation occurs from the inside out, you can feel for voids, cracks, or weak spots. Squeeze the hose with your thumb and two or three fingers. If you're not sure, remove the hose and check it visually. |
Hose Shape | MOLDED_ASSEMBLY |
Marketing Statement - Product Line | Built to meet the latest demands, ACDelco's Belts and Hoses line includes automotive belts and hoses, tensioners, pulleys, and kits. ACDelco offers a wide variety of Professional premium, aftermarket parts, and a select offering of GM Original Equipment Belts that fit a variety of vehicles on the road today. |
Marketing Statement - Sub Brand | When it comes to replacing your Belts, ACDelco offers a full line of Professional, premium aftermarket Belt products. To help make part replacement simple and precise, ACDelco also offers pulleys, tensioners, and kits. ACDelco Professional, premium aftermarket belts fit both GM and Non GM vehicles. |
Material | Reinforced Rubber |
Measurements | 1 19/32 in x 4 5/16 in |
Mkt_BrandQual_Name | Molded |
Mkt_State_Warranty_CA | Limited Lifetime Warranty as long as original purchaser still owns vehicle (Parts Only). |
Mkt_State_Warranty_US | Limited Lifetime as long as original purchaser owns vehicle. (Parts Only) |
Product Description | ACDelco Professional, premium aftermarket Molded Coolant Hoses are composed of specially blended materials to help resist electrochemical degradation (ECD), the leading cause of hose failure. They are specially designed, GM OE style factory-molded hoses to fit today's smaller, tighter-fitting engine compartments. ACDelco Professional Molded Coolant Hoses are temperature rated from -40 degrees Fahrenheit to 275 degrees Fahrenheit (-40 degrees Celsius to 135 degrees Celsius) and are approved for Marine applications. Do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications. These premium aftermarket replacement molded coolant hoses are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function. |
Programming Required | NO |
Protective Sleeve Attached | NO |
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - S1 B1 | Signs of electrochemical degradation include voids, cracks, or weak spots on the inside of the hose. |
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - S1 B2 | Signs of internal heat damage include slight swelling of the hose cover. |
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - S1 B3 | Signs of external heat damage include hardening or cracking of the hose cover. |
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - S1 B4 | Other signs of wear include oil damage, abrasion damage, brittleness, lack of heat/cooling within the cabin, ozone damage, and leakage of the hose. |
Usage Chart | PL35_UC_AutoHoses.jpg |
Vintage_Part_Indicator | N |