MAN 88779650486 Heater Hose

Description

The MAN 88779650486 is a heater hose designed to circulate engine coolant to the vehicle's heater core, providing warmth to the cabin. This part is a critical component of the vehicle's HVAC system, ensuring efficient heat transfer. This heater hose is manufactured to withstand the high temperatures and pressures of the engine cooling system, offering reliable performance and longevity. Its robust construction minimizes the risk of leaks and failures, contributing to a comfortable and safe driving experience. Dimensions are standard size for its application.

Key Features & Benefits

This hose basically carries hot engine coolant – that’s the fluid that keeps your engine from overheating – to your heater core. The heater core is like a little radiator inside your dashboard. The coolant warms it up, and then the blower fan pushes air across it, giving you heat inside the cabin. It’s a pretty simple system, but relies on these hoses doing their job. There's usually more than one, often an upper and a lower to create a loop. It’s part of your vehicle’s heating and cooling system, specifically the part that provides warmth to the interior. Think of it as a vital link connecting the engine’s warmth to where you are sitting. It's not directly involved in keeping the engine cool, but it utilizes the engine's heat.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, if this hose fails, you’ll likely lose heat inside the car. You’ll notice if it’s a really bad leak – coolant will probably be dripping inside the vehicle, or you’ll see it under the hood. More subtly, a pinhole leak can cause a gradual loss of coolant, which can lead to overheating if you’re not careful. It acts like a shield, keeping the hot coolant where it needs to be and preventing it from spilling. They get old, they get brittle, and they crack, especially with temperature changes. Fixparts Online has a good selection of these, and replacing them is a relatively inexpensive way to avoid a bigger problem down the road.

Warranty Information

MAN 88779650486 Heater Hose comes with a 1-year warranty