Gates 365461 Power Steering Pressure Line Hose Assembly

Power Steering Pressure Line for PT Cruiser

This Gates Pressure Line Assembly is a power steering pressure line hose assembly built for pressure-side fluid transfer from the pump to the rack or gear box. It is a direct-fit service part for 2001-2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser applications and is built to OE performance expectations.

Gates Pressure Line Assembly products focus on accurate routing, proper end connections, and durable construction for steering system service. Part number 365461 is engineered with a 55.375-inch hose length, male O-ring ends, and mounting brackets included for a cleaner, factory-style installation.

Key Features

• Part number 365461 power steering pressure line hose assembly
• Fits 2001-2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser, pressure line assembly
• 55.375-inch overall length for pump-to-rack/gear box routing
• Male O-ring ends: 16 mm on End 1 and 18 mm on End 2
• Mounting brackets included
• Anti-corrosion steel crimped sleeve construction
• Zinc single wall steel tube material
• Rubber hose exceeds SAE J188 specifications
• OE Performance comparison rating

Detailed Description

Gates 365461 is a pressure line assembly for the steering system, built for the pump-to-rack/gear box position on the Chrysler PT Cruiser. The assembly uses male O-ring connections at both ends, with a 16 mm fitting on one side and an 18 mm fitting on the other, helping maintain the correct factory-style interface for the hydraulic steering circuit. The steel tube section uses zinc single wall steel, while the crimped sleeve is made from anti-corrosion steel for added durability in underhood and underbody environments.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 37164) for the same application. If you are replacing a leaking or damaged steering hose on a 2001-2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser, part number 365461 provides the correct pressure-side routing and OE-style fitment details needed for service work.

What It Helps Address

• Power steering fluid leaks from a cracked or worn pressure hose
• Loss of steering assist caused by pressure-line failure
• Noise or stiffness in the steering system related to fluid loss
• Corrosion or damage to the original steel line assembly
• Improper routing or fitment after prior steering hose repairs

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle is a 2001-2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser before ordering. Match the male O-ring end sizes, hose routing, and pump-to-rack/gear box position to the original part. Inspect sealing surfaces, brackets, and adjacent steering components during replacement, and verify the system is properly bled after installation.

Quality Assurance

Gates rates this assembly at OE performance and specifies rubber hose construction that exceeds SAE J188 specifications. The anti-corrosion steel sleeve and zinc steel tube materials support long-term service in steering applications.