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Edelmann 81179 Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly - Gear To Cooler
| Brand | Edelmann 81179 |
|---|---|
| Position | Gear To Cooler |
| Hose Length | 24.5 |
| Installation Difficulty | Moderate |
| Product line | Return Line Assembly |
| Fits | Dodge and Ram · 29 vehicles |
OE-style routing. Formed to follow the original hose path for a precise installation.
Heat-resistant construction. Built to handle steering-system heat and pressure pulsation.
Return line assembly. Engineered for the steering system’s return side from gear to cooler.
Cross-references Eastern Catalytic 40616, Gates 352811 and NGK 5777 for the same application. See all 5.
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Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly
The Edelmann 81179 power steering return line hose assembly is built for Ram and Dodge Ram applications that route from the gear to the cooler. It follows OE routing closely for a precise installation and dependable steering system service.
- Accurately formed to match original hose routing.
- Built to OE specifications for fit and function.
- Constructed with materials selected to resist heat, pressure pulsation, and contamination.
- Return Line Assembly from Edelmann’s Return Line Assembly product line.
Detailed Fitment and Design
This power steering return line hose assembly is engineered for the steering system’s return side, where fluid is carried from the gear to the cooler. The hose length is 24.5 inches, and the moderate installation difficulty reflects the need to route the line correctly within the available space. Fits 2012-2018 Ram 2500, gear to cooler. Fits 2013-2018 Ram 3500, gear to cooler. Fits 2014 Ram 4000, gear to cooler. Fits 2012 Ram 3500, gear to cooler, with conventional power steering systems and 1 return tube on the reservoir. Fits 2011 Ram 2500, gear to cooler, with conventional power steering systems and 1 return tube on the reservoir. Fits 2010 Dodge Ram 2500, gear to cooler. This part cross-references Gates 352811 and NGK 5777 for the same application.
Common Issues It Can Address
- Cracked or deteriorated steering return hose.
- Fluid seepage along the return line.
- Routing problems caused by a mismatched hose shape.
- Heat-related hose breakdown in the steering system.
- Contamination from a failing return line assembly.
Installation Notes and Quality
Verify the vehicle’s steering layout and reservoir return-tube configuration before installation, especially on 2011-2012 Ram applications with conventional power steering systems. Proper routing is important to maintain clearance and reduce stress on the hose. Edelmann designs this assembly to meet or exceed OE specifications and to duplicate the original hose path for a precise, long-lasting installation.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Ram | 2500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2018 | Ram | 2500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | CNG | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2018 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2018 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2017 | Ram | 2500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2017 | Ram | 2500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | CNG | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2017 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2017 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2016 | Ram | 2500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2016 | Ram | 2500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | CNG | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2016 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2016 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2015 | Ram | 2500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2015 | Ram | 2500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | CNG | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2015 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2015 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2014 | Ram | 2500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2014 | Ram | 2500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | CNG | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2014 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2014 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2014 | Ram | 4000 | — | RWD | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2013 | Ram | 2500 | — | 4WD | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2013 | Ram | 2500 | — | 4WD | 5.7L | V8 | CNG | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2013 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2012 | Ram | 2500 | — | 4WD | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2012 | Ram | 2500 | — | 4WD | 5.7L | V8 | BI-FUEL | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
| 2012 | Ram | 3500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Fits vehicles with conventional power steering systems and 1 return tube on the reservoir.; Return Line Assembly |
| 2011 | Ram | 2500 | — | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Fits vehicles with conventional power steering systems and 1 return tube on the reservoir.; Return Line Assembly |
| 2010 | Dodge | Ram 2500 | Power Wagon | — | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Gear To Cooler | Return Line Assembly |
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