Edelmann 81442 Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly - Gear To Cooler

Edelmann 81442 Return Line Assembly

Edelmann 81442 is a power steering return line hose assembly built for the gear-to-cooler route on select BMW applications with active steering. It is engineered to follow the original hose routing closely for a direct, orderly installation in the available space.

For BMW 128i and BMW 328i steering repairs, this return line assembly is designed to match OE-style routing and fitment requirements while handling the heat and pulsation common in power steering systems.

Key Features

• Hose length: 32.5 in.
• Moderate installation difficulty for a service-oriented replacement
• Built to OE specifications for fit and routing accuracy
• Constructed with materials selected for steering-system heat and pressure pulsations
• Designed to help reduce premature hose breakdown and fluid contamination
• Fits the gear-to-cooler return line position on supported BMW models

Product Details

The Edelmann Return Line Assembly line focuses on replacement hoses that follow the original vehicle routing and connection layout. Part number 81442 is made for the return side of the power steering system, where consistent fluid transfer and proper hose path are important for maintaining steering performance. This part cross-references AMS Automotive 6023 for the same application.

Compatible With 2008-2013 BMW 128i, gear to cooler, with active steering; return line assembly. Compatible With 2007-2013 BMW 328i, gear to cooler, with active steering; return line assembly. The Edelmann 81442 is a direct-fit service part for these BMW steering configurations.

Common Repair Uses

• Leaking power steering return hose
• Cracked or heat-aged steering hose material
• Fluid seepage at the gear-to-cooler return line
• Restricted steering fluid flow caused by hose deterioration
• Noise or contamination concerns tied to a failing return line

Installation Notes

Installation difficulty is moderate. Verify the vehicle’s active steering setup and confirm the gear-to-cooler routing before replacement. Inspect adjacent steering components, hose connections, and fluid condition during service to help ensure the repair addresses the full source of the leak or restriction.

Quality Assurance

Edelmann designs this hose assembly to meet or exceed OE specifications for construction and routing accuracy. The part is built with attention to durability in steering-system conditions, including heat exposure and pressure pulsation, to support a reliable replacement on BMW 128i and BMW 328i applications.