{"product_id":"1k0-122-291-be-genuine-vw-audi-upper-radiator-coolant-hose-connector","title":"1K0-122-291-BE Genuine VW\/Audi Upper Radiator Coolant Hose Connector","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRenew the original upper radiator hose connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e1K0-122-291-BE is the Genuine VW\/Audi coolant hose connector for the specified upper radiator hose connection. The molded elbow joins the hose to the radiator fitting, with a retaining clip that secures the quick-connect joint in its installed position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeat cycling and repeated service can damage the connector or its retaining features. A cracked housing or compromised sealing surface can allow coolant to escape even when the hose itself remains serviceable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete factory number: 1K0-122-291-BE.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory specification: factory upper radiator coolant hose adapter, revision BE.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: molded elbow coupling with original quick-connect retaining clip, as pictured.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity supplied: one individual coolant hose connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the connector component, not a complete radiator hose or radiator. The factory catalog describes the adapter with its retaining and sealing components. Confirm the original hose assembly and connector interface before disassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon reasons to replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe connector body is cracked or damaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant leakage is traced to the connector's sealing joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe retaining feature is damaged and no longer holds the joint securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original connector is damaged during radiator or hose replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the radiator neck, hose, sealing surface and retaining groove before replacing the connector. A damaged radiator fitting or deteriorated hose requires its own repair. Diagnose the actual coolant leak location rather than replacing the adapter solely because fluid is visible nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVehicle fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this adapter only at the original upper radiator position specified below. Connector revisions and hose routing vary; confirm the complete BE suffix and original hose assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel years\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication restrictions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen Golf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015–2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8L turbocharged gasoline inline-four\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMk7 hatchback; S; matching upper radiator connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpper radiator connector; verify original connector number and hose assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen GTI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015–2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMk7 \/ Mk7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal upper radiator supply connection; match the complete BE connector number and hose assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen Golf Alltrack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2017–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8L turbo gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4MOTION\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal upper radiator supply connection; match the complete BE connector number and hose assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen Golf SportWagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015–2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8L turbo gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFWD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal upper radiator supply connection; match the complete BE connector number and hose assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen Golf R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMk7 \/ Mk7.5 4MOTION\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal upper radiator supply connection; match the complete BE connector number and hose assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen Jetta GLI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2019–2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGLI only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal upper radiator supply connection; match the complete BE connector number and hose assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi A3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015–2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8V quattro sedan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal upper radiator supply connection; match the complete BE connector number and hose assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi A3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2017–2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8V FWD \/ quattro sedan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal upper radiator supply connection; match the complete BE connector number and hose assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi S3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015–2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8V quattro sedan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal upper radiator supply connection; match the complete BE connector number and hose assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi TT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016–2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8S quattro Coupe \/ Roadster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal upper radiator supply connection; match the complete BE connector number and hose assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi TTS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016–2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8S quattro Coupe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal upper radiator supply connection; match the complete BE connector number and hose assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow the cooling system to cool and depressurize it according to the vehicle repair procedure. Capture drained coolant, release the retaining clip correctly and avoid levering against the radiator neck. Clean and inspect the mating fitting before installing the seal and connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the retaining clip is fully engaged, refill with the specified coolant and bleed the cooling system using the prescribed procedure. Carry out the specified pressure and leak checks before returning the vehicle to service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrdering information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne Genuine VW\/Audi coolant hose connector. Hose, radiator and coolant are separate. Verify VIN, original connector number and upper hose configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genuine VW\/Audi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48047965601969,"sku":"1K0-122-291-BE","price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/1379\/3201\/files\/1k0-122-291-be-genuine-vw-audi-1.jpg?v=1792143474","url":"https:\/\/hstuning.com\/products\/1k0-122-291-be-genuine-vw-audi-upper-radiator-coolant-hose-connector","provider":"HS Tuning ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}