Gates 349761 Power Steering Return Line End Fitting - From Gear

Power Steering Return Line End Fitting for Nissan

The Gates Power Steering End Fitting 349761 is a power steering return line end fitting built for specific Nissan Frontier and Nissan Pickup applications. It features a 90-degree elbow shape with a male inverted flare on one end and a beaded tube connection on the other for the correct return-line routing from the gear.

Key Features

• Gates Power Steering End Fitting, part number 349761
• 90-degree elbow shape for return line routing
• End 1: 16 mm male inverted flare
• End 2: 0.375 in beaded tube
• Length: 4 in
• Fits power steering return line applications from the gear
• Cross-references Champion Spark Plug 973 and Four Seasons 39120 for the same application

Detailed Description

Gates 349761 is a steering hardware fitting used in power steering return line service where a 90-degree elbow is required. The 16 mm male inverted flare connection and 3/8 in beaded tube end provide the specified interface for Nissan steering systems, helping maintain the proper return-line path from the gear. This part is listed for 1999-2015 Nissan Frontier and 1999-2009 Nissan Pickup applications, including select Mexico-market and late-1999 build coverage.

For buyers searching for a Nissan Frontier power steering return line end fitting or a Nissan Pickup steering fitting, Gates 349761 provides the exact connection style and dimensions called out in the catalog data. The part number 349761 is also useful when matching an existing fitting by size, shape, and end type.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2015 Nissan Frontier, From Gear
• Fits 2013 Nissan Frontier, From Gear
• Fits 2011 Nissan Frontier, From Gear
• Fits 2006-2008 Nissan Frontier, From Gear
• Fits 2000-2004 Nissan Frontier, From Gear
• Fits 1999 Nissan Frontier, From Gear, Sept. 1, 1999 & Newer
• Fits 2006-2009 Nissan Pickup, From Gear
• Fits 2000 Nissan Pickup, From Gear
• Fits 2003-2004 Nissan Pickup, From Gear, Mexico
• Fits 1999 Nissan Pickup, From Gear, Sept. 1, 1999 & Newer

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Replacing a damaged or corroded power steering return line end fitting
• Restoring the correct flare-to-tube connection at the steering gear
• Repairing a leaking return-line connection point
• Matching the original 90-degree routing needed for the steering system
• Replacing a worn fitting on Nissan Frontier or Nissan Pickup steering service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the end sizes, elbow orientation, and vehicle application before installation. Confirm the fitting is used at the gear-side return line location and compare the existing line connection to the 16 mm male inverted flare and 3/8 in beaded tube ends. Clean the mating surfaces and inspect the return line for wear, deformation, or corrosion before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures steering and fluid-system components for service applications that require accurate fit and connection geometry. Part number 349761 is cataloged for specific Nissan Frontier and Nissan Pickup fitments and cross-references Champion Spark Plug 973 and Four Seasons 39120 for the same application.