radiator hose

Engine cooling tube

A radiator hose is a flexible rubber tube that carries coolant between an engine and its radiator.

Most vehicles have two: an upper hose carrying hot coolant from the engine to the radiator, and a lower hose returning cooled fluid.

A cracked or leaky radiator hose causes overheating: The mechanic said my radiator hose needs replacing.

automotive

coolant

Temperature-regulating fluid

clamp · thermostat · water pump · heater core · overheating · leak · rubber · silicone · pressure · corrosion

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fluid conveyance method

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Device circulating liquid mechanically

solid block

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Top 200,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G