Description
Gates is a global leader in automotive belts, tensioners, hoses, and cooling system components—engineered for reliability, durability and OEM-grade performance. With over 100 years of innovation, Gates products are designed to meet or exceed manufacturer specifications, ensuring perfect fit, quiet operation, and long-lasting service life.
Why Choose This Product
✔ Perfect Fit Guaranteed
OE-equivalent specifications ensure exact compatibility with your vehicle
✔ Premium Quality
Manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment standards
✔ Trusted Brand
Proven reliability and performance you can depend on
Product Specifications
| Brand: | GATES |
| Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): | RC249 |
| Items Included: | 1x Cap coolant tank |
| Universal Fitment: | No |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: | United Kingdom |
| Make/Model: | Gates Coolant Expansion Tank Cap fits Cadillac Chevrolet Opel |
| Warranty: | 2 years or 100 000 km / 60 000 mi |
| Part Type: | Cap Coolant Tank |
| Outer Diameter: | 65 mm |
| Height: | 35 mm |
| Pressure: | 1.4bar |
Installation & Performance
- Direct Replacement: No modifications required – fits like original equipment
- Professional Quality: Meets stringent OE standards for reliability
- Tested Performance: Rigorously tested for durability and longevity
Warranty & Quality Assurance
Gates products come with a manufacturer’s warranty covering defects in materials or workmanship for the specified service life of the part. If a defect is found under normal use and proper installation, Gates will repair or replace the component as required. This warranty does not cover damage caused by incorrect fitting, misuse, contamination, or normal wear and tear. Gates is known for exceptional quality and rigorous testing, so you can buy with confidence knowing your part is backed by a trusted global manufacturer.
Vehicle Compatibility
The following vehicles are supported by this part number. Always verify exact measurements and specs.
| Make | Model | Variant | BodyStyle | Type | Year | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall | Zafira | Diesel MPV | FWD Mk III P12 | 2.0 CDTi | 2015|2016|2017|2018 | 1956cc 125KW 170HP B 20 DTH |
| Vauxhall | Astra | Petrol Hatch | FWD Mk VI (J) P10 | 1.6 SIDI | 2013|2014|2015|2016|2017|2018 | 1598cc 147KW 200HP A 16 SHT;B 16 SHT |
| Vauxhall | Meriva | Diesel MPV | FWD Mk II (B) S10 | 1.7 CDTi | 2010|2011|2012|2013|2014|2015|2016|2017 | 1686cc 74KW 101HP A 17 DT |
| Opel | Astra | Diesel Panel Van | FWD J P10 | 1.3 CDTi | 2013|2014|2015 | 1248cc 70KW 95HP A 13 DTE |
| Vauxhall | Astra | Petrol Hatch | FWD Mk VI (J) P10 | 1.6 | 2009|2010|2011|2012|2013|2014|2015 | 1598cc 85KW 115HP A 16 XER;B 16 XER |
| Chevrolet | Cruze | Petrol Hatch | FWD — J305 | 1.4 | 2012|2013|2014|2015|2016|2017|2018|2019|2020|2021|2022|2023|2024|2025 | 1364cc 103KW 140HP LUJ |
| Vauxhall | Zafira | Petrol MPV | FWD Mk III P12 | 1.8 | 2011|2012|2013|2014|2015|2016|2017|2018 | 1796cc 103KW 140HP A 18 XER |
| Vauxhall | Insignia | Petrol Hatch | AWD Mk I (A) G09 | 2.0 Turbo 4×4 | 2008|2009|2010|2011|2012|2013|2014|2015|2016|2017 | 1998cc 162KW 220HP A 20 NHT |
| Opel | Astra | Diesel Estate | FWD J P10 | 1.6 CDTi | 2013|2014|2015 | 1598cc 100KW 136HP B 16 DTH |
| Opel | Zafira Tourer | Diesel MPV | FWD C P12 | 1.6 CDTi | 2014|2015|2016|2017|2018|2019|2020|2021|2022|2023|2024|2025 | 1598cc 88KW 120HP B 16 DTJ;D 16 DTJ |
| Opel | Corsa | Diesel Hatch | FWD D S07 | 1.3 CDTi | 2009|2010|2011|2012|2013|2014 | 1248cc 70KW 95HP A 13 DTE;A 13 DTR;Z 13 DTE |
| Opel | Meriva | Diesel MPV | FWD B S10 | 1.3 CDTi | 2010|2011|2012|2013|2014 | 1248cc 70KW 95HP A 13 DTE |
| Vauxhall | Zafira | Diesel MPV | FWD Mk III P12 | 1.6 CDTi | 2013|2014|2015|2016|2017|2018 | 1598cc 100KW 136HP B 16 DTH |
| Vauxhall | Zafira | Petrol MPV | FWD Mk III P12 | 1.6 SIDI | 2013|2014|2015|2016|2017|2018 | 1598cc 147KW 200HP A 16 SHT;B 16 SHT;D 16 SHT |
| Vauxhall | Astra | Diesel Hatch | FWD Mk VII (K) B16 | 1.6 CDTi | 2015|2016|2017|2018|2019|2020|2021|2022|2023|2024|2025 | 1598cc 118KW 160HP B 16 DTR |
| Opel | Corsa | Diesel Hatch | FWD D S07 | 1.3 CDTi | 2006|2007|2008|2009|2010|2011 | 1248cc 66KW 90HP Z 13 DTH |
| Opel | Astra | Petrol Hatch | FWD K B16 | 1.6 Turbo | 2015|2016|2017|2018|2019|2020|2021|2022 | 1598cc 147KW 200HP B 16 SHT;D 16 SHT |
| Opel | Insignia | Diesel Estate | AWD A G09 | 2.0 CDTi 4×4 | 2013|2014|2015|2016|2017 | 1956cc 143KW 194HP A 20 DTR |
| Opel | Insignia | Petrol Estate | FWD A G09 | 2.0 Turbo | 2008|2009|2010|2011|2012|2013 | 1998cc 162KW 220HP A 20 NHT |
| Opel | Corsa | Petrol Panel Van | FWD E X15 | 1.2 | 2015|2016|2017|2018|2019|2020|2021|2022|2023|2024|2025 | 1229cc 51KW 69HP B 12 XEL |
| Opel | Astra | Diesel Estate | FWD J P10 | 1.3 CDTi | 2010|2011|2012|2013|2014 | 1248cc 70KW 95HP A 13 DTE |
| Vauxhall | Adam | Petrol Hatch | FWD — M13 | 1.4 S | 2014|2015|2016|2017|2018|2019 | 1364cc 110KW 150HP B 14 NEH |
| Opel | Corsa | Petrol Hatch | FWD D S07 | 1.2 | 2009|2010|2011|2012|2013|2014 | 1229cc 63KW 86HP A 12 XER |
| Opel | Insignia | Diesel Saloon | FWD A G09 | 2.0 CDTi | 2013|2014|2015|2016|2017 | 1956cc 120KW 163HP A 20 DTH |
| Cadillac | SRX | Petrol SUV | AWD — — | 3.6 AWD | 2012|2013|2014|2015|2016 | 3564cc 234KW 318HP LFX |
| Vauxhall | Insignia | Diesel Hatch | FWD Mk I (A) G09 | 2.0 CDTi | 2008|2009|2010|2011|2012|2013|2014 | 1956cc 96KW 130HP A 20 DT;A 20 DTJ |
| Opel | Insignia | Petrol Saloon | FWD A G09 | 1.4 | 2011|2012|2013|2014|2015|2016|2017 | 1364cc 103KW 140HP A 14 NET;B 14 NET |
| Vauxhall | Corsa | Diesel Hatch | FWD Mk III (D) S07 | 1.3 CDTi | 2010|2011|2012|2013|2014 | 1248cc 70KW 95HP A 13 DTE;A 13 DTR;Z 13 DTE |
| Opel | Insignia | Petrol Estate | FWD A G09 | 1.4 | 2011|2012|2013|2014|2015|2016|2017 | 1364cc 103KW 140HP A 14 NET;B 14 NET |
| Opel | Insignia | Petrol Hatch | FWD B Z18 | 1.5 | 2017|2018|2019|2020|2021|2022|2023|2024|2025 | 1490cc 121KW 165HP B 15 SFT;D 15 SFT |
| Opel | Insignia | Petrol Hatch | FWD B Z18 | 1.4 Turbo | 2020|2021|2022|2023|2024|2025 | 1342cc 107KW 145HP F 14 SHT |
| Opel | Insignia | Petrol Saloon | AWD A G09 | 2.8 V6 Turbo 4×4 | 2008|2009|2010|2011|2012|2013|2014|2015|2016|2017 | 2792cc 191KW 260HP A 28 NET |
| Cadillac | SRX | Petrol SUV | AWD — — | 3.0 AWD | 2009|2010|2011|2012|2013|2014|2015|2016 | 2997cc 199KW 270HP LF1 |
| Vauxhall | Corsa | Diesel Hatch | FWD Mk III (D) S07 | 1.7 CDTi | 2006|2007|2008|2009|2010|2011|2012|2013|2014 | 1686cc 92KW 125HP Z 17 DTR |
| Opel | Astra | Petrol Estate | FWD K B16 | 1.4 Turbo | 2019|2020|2021|2022 |
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