Dorman 696-453 Engine Air Intake Hose - Connector To Throttle Body

Dorman 696-453 Engine Air Intake Hose

Dorman 696-453 is a direct replacement engine air intake hose for the original equipment part on select Ford Focus models. Built for a specific fit at the connector to throttle body location, it supports a clean, secure intake connection on 2012-2018 Ford Focus applications.

Key Features

• Direct replacement intake hose for OE-style fitment
• Fits 2012-2018 Ford Focus, connector to throttle body
• Specific-fit design for easier installation and alignment
• Rubber construction with a black finish
• Molded one-piece hose design
• Includes clamps and the necessary fittings
• Equipped with an emissions sensor port

Detailed Description

This Dorman engine air intake hose is engineered as a standard replacement for the factory hose used on Ford Focus vehicles from 2012 through 2018. The molded rubber construction is designed to match the original routing and connection points, helping restore the air intake path between the connector and throttle body. Part number 696-453 is built for specific-fit applications and includes the fittings needed for installation. If you are replacing a worn or damaged intake hose on a Ford Focus, 696-453 provides an OE-style solution that follows the original configuration.

This part cross-references CP9Z9C623A for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Cracked or split air intake hose
• Loose or leaking intake connection at the throttle body
• Airflow disruption caused by a damaged molded hose
• Check engine concerns related to intake leaks
• Broken or deteriorated factory rubber intake tubing

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is a 2012-2018 Ford Focus with the connector to throttle body hose layout before ordering. Compare the original hose shape, end diameters, and sensor-port location to confirm match-up. Inspect the throttle body connection and adjoining intake components for wear before installation, and transfer the hose into position using the included clamps and fittings as required by the application.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this intake hose as a direct replacement using quality materials for long service life. The molded construction and application-specific fit support consistent installation on the intended Ford Focus models.