Heater hose routing for 2001 XLT 2.5L

[TAWMAN]

I just replaced the engine on an 01 XLT and the heater hoses were disconnected from the heater core when i bought the truck. I ran the lower heater hose under the passenger side motor mount where I thought it belonged, but the clearance between the hose and the exhaust manifold is too close. The hose has contacted the manifold twice and damaged it. I temporarily insulated it with an aluminum heat shield, but bought a new one to replace the now damaged hose and I want to make sure I have it routed as far away as possible from the engine, which means running it over the engine mount to the far side of the passenger side engine compartment. I just replaced the heater core and I really need to take a look at the factory routing. I have a manual and have been all over the internet - but cannot find this critical info. Help? Thanks.

 

[lil_Blue_Ford]

Moved this to the appropriate section…

Some trucks have molded heater hoses. I almost never buy them (the last ones I did buy were wrong and RA wouldn’t take them back so they are hanging in my shed). I just buy bulk line and run it however it fits and stays away from things.

Might help to mention what motor you have since routing varies by motor.

 

[DeeRanger]

This is my 2001 Ranger, 2.5 xlt, it is also the second engine. Nothing looks to be routed under the motor mount. Hope the pics help.

 

[TAWMAN]

Thank you! Perfect!