Gates 363200 Power Steering Pressure Line Hose Assembly - To Rack

Gates Pressure Line Assembly for Steering Repair

The Gates 363200 power steering pressure line hose assembly is built for the pump-to-rack/gear box route and matches OE-style routing and connection points for service replacement. It is a direct-fit pressure line assembly for select Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac Grand Am, and Oldsmobile Alero applications.

Gates Pressure Line Assembly products are engineered for steering system service where accurate hose length, end style, and pressure handling matter. This 363200 assembly uses a female O-ring end on one side and a male O-ring end on the other, with a 28.5-inch hose length for the specified pump-to-rack configuration.

Key Features

• Part number 363200 power steering pressure line hose assembly
• 28.5-inch length for pump to rack/gear box routing
• Female O-ring end and male O-ring end for OE-style connection fit
• Anti-corrosion steel crimped sleeve for added durability
• Zinc single wall steel tube construction
• Rubber hose exceeds SAE J188 specifications
• OE Performance rating for service replacement use
• Fits 1997-1999 Chevrolet Malibu, To Rack
• Fits 1999-2001 Pontiac Grand Am, To Rack
• Fits 1999-2001 Oldsmobile Alero, To Rack

Detailed Description

This Gates pressure line assembly is a steering system replacement hose designed for vehicles that use a pump-to-rack or pump-to-gear box pressure line. The assembly combines a zinc single wall steel tube with an anti-corrosion steel crimped sleeve and rubber hose that exceeds SAE J188 specifications, helping maintain proper pressure transfer in the power steering circuit. The Gates 363200 is an OE Performance part built for the listed Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac Grand Am, and Oldsmobile Alero fitments.

This part cross-references Bosch 15284 and Dayco 80232 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Power steering fluid leaks from a worn or damaged pressure hose
• Loss of steering assist caused by pressure line failure
• Noise or stiffness related to restricted steering fluid flow
• Corrosion or deterioration in the original steel line assembly
• Fitment issues when replacing a pump-to-rack pressure line

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hose routing, end types, and length before installation. This assembly uses a female O-ring end and a male O-ring end, and it does not include mounting brackets, bracket bushings, copper washers, heat sleeves, rubber mounts, or a switch port. Confirm the vehicle’s steering layout and connection points on the pump and rack/gear box before removing the original line.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this pressure line assembly to OE Performance standards with hose material that exceeds SAE J188 specifications. The corrosion-resistant sleeve and steel tube construction support dependable service in steering system repair applications.