Cardone 3L-1203 Rack and Pinion Hydraulic Transfer Tubing Assembly

Cardone Rack and Pinion Transfer Tubing

Restore hydraulic steering performance with the Cardone Rack and Pinion Hydraulic Transfer Tubing Assembly, Part Number 3L-1203. This rack and pinion transfer tubing kit is built for direct-fit service on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications, including Ford Freestar, Ford Windstar, Lincoln Continental, Ford Taurus, and Mercury Sable models with a short fluid tube.

Key Features

• 100% new tubing and connectors for long-lasting performance
• All components needed for the repair are included
• Guaranteed fit and function for the listed applications
• Meets or exceeds OEM performance expectations
• New seals are provided where applicable
• Metal construction for hydraulic steering service
• Package contents: short tubing, tubing nuts, and Teflon seals

Product Details

Cardone’s Rack and Pinion Hydraulic Transfer Tubing Assembly line is focused on replacing worn hydraulic transfer tubing with new components that match OEM form, fit, and function. Part Number 3L-1203 is engineered for vehicles that use a short fluid tube in the rack and pinion steering system, helping maintain proper hydraulic flow and steering response. It is a practical replacement for 2004-2007 Ford Freestar, 1995-2003 Ford Windstar, 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental, 1999 Ford Taurus, and 1999 Mercury Sable applications.

This part cross-references no listed aftermarket part numbers for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Leaking or damaged rack and pinion transfer tubing
• Hydraulic steering fluid loss at tubing connections
• Steering performance issues caused by worn seals or connectors
• Corrosion or fatigue in original metal tubing
• Service needs on Ford Windstar, Ford Freestar, Lincoln Continental, Ford Taurus, and Mercury Sable steering systems

Installation Notes

Verify that the vehicle uses the short fluid tube configuration before ordering. Match the tubing routing, connector style, and seal locations to the original steering assembly. Clean the connection points thoroughly before installation and inspect the rack and pinion system for additional wear, leaks, or contamination that could affect repair results.

Quality Assurance

Cardone states that this transfer tubing assembly is built with new components to meet or exceed OEM performance for form, fit, and function. The design is intended to provide direct replacement quality for the listed vehicles and steering applications.