Gates 370730 Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly - From Gear

Gates 370730 Return Line Assembly Overview

The Gates 370730 power steering return line hose assembly is built for vehicles that route fluid from the steering gear back through the return circuit. With a 142.5-inch length, a 16 mm male O-ring end, and direct fitment for select Buick Century and Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera applications, it supports a clean replacement for worn or leaking return plumbing.

Gates Return Line Assembly products focus on application-specific steering hose routing and connection details. This 370730 assembly follows the return-line configuration used on the listed vehicles, helping maintain proper fluid transfer in the power steering system.

Key Features

• Power steering return line hose assembly for steering fluid return routing
• Length: 142.5 inches
• End 1 type: Male O-Ring
• End 1 diameter: 16 mm
• Direct application coverage for select Buick Century and Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera models
• Part number: 370730

Detailed Description

Gates 370730 is a return line hose assembly for the power steering system, made for vehicles that use a gear-side return connection. It is listed for 1994-1996 Buick Century, From Gear, and 1994-1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, From Gear, W/Cooler; Return Line Assembly. If you are replacing a leaking, cracked, or hard-to-route steering return hose on a Buick Century or Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, this assembly matches the specified connection style and length requirements. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 37073 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Power steering fluid seepage at the return hose
• Cracked or aged hose material in the steering return circuit
• Incorrect hose length or routing on replacement jobs
• Leaking male O-ring connection at the gear-side end
• Service replacement for Buick Century and Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera steering return lines

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s steering return routing before installation and confirm the 16 mm male O-ring connection matches the original fitting. Inspect the return path for wear, contamination, or damaged sealing surfaces, and make sure the hose follows the factory routing to avoid kinks or contact with nearby components. After installation, check the system for leaks and confirm proper fluid level.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures steering hose assemblies with application-specific dimensions and connection types for direct replacement use. Part number 370730 is identified for the listed vehicle applications and return-line configuration.