Gates TL162 Turbocharger Oil Return Line

Turbocharger Oil Drain Line for OE-Style Service

The Gates TL162 turbocharger oil drain line is built for oil return service in turbocharged engines where clean drainage and leak control matter. It is an OE Exact replacement for select Fiat and Dodge applications, including the Fiat 500, Fiat 500L, and Dodge Dart.

Gates Turbocharger Oil Line products focus on oil conveyance to and from the turbocharger, using a robust steel construction to handle high heat and maintain a secure seal in the turbo system. The TL162 is a direct-fit turbocharger oil drain line for service work that calls for an OE-style replacement.

Key Features

• Brand: Gates Turbocharger Oil Line
• Part number: TL162
• Part type: Turbocharger Oil Return Line / Turbocharger Oil Drain Line
• Steel construction for durability in turbocharger service
• OE Exact comparison rating
• Inlet fitting type: Bolt On
• Outlet fitting type: Push In
• Centerline length: 17.75 in. / 451 mm
• Contents: Turbocharger Oil Drain Line, Bolt, Gasket

Detailed Description

The Gates TL162 is a turbocharger oil drain line engineered for oil return from the turbocharger back into the engine system. Its steel construction and OE Exact rating make it a practical replacement when servicing turbo oil routing on turbocharged Fiat 500, Fiat 500L, and Dodge Dart models. This part cross-references Airtex Fuel Pumps 1071 for the same application.

As part of the Gates Turbocharger Oil Line product line, TL162 is focused on the oil supply and drain path that turbocharged engines depend on. The line is shaped for the listed centerline length and uses a bolt-on inlet with a push-in outlet to match the original-style connection points on the vehicle.

What It Helps Fix

• Oil leakage at the turbocharger drain connection
• Restricted or damaged turbo oil return routing
• Heat-related deterioration of the original drain line
• Improper sealing at the turbo oil line connection points
• Service issues on turbocharged Fiat 500, Fiat 500L, and Dodge Dart applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s turbocharger oil line routing, fitting style, and centerline length before installation. The TL162 uses a bolt-on inlet and push-in outlet, so the connection points should match the original layout on the vehicle. Confirm fitment for 2012-2018 Fiat 500, 2014-2018 Fiat 500L, and 2013-2016 Dodge Dart before replacing the line.

For best results, inspect the turbocharger oil passages and surrounding seals during service to help ensure the new drain line seats correctly and maintains proper oil return flow.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this turbocharger oil drain line as an OE Exact replacement part for the listed applications, with steel construction intended for demanding turbocharger operating temperatures.

• Fits 2012-2018 Fiat 500, N/A
• Fits 2014-2018 Fiat 500L, N/A
• Fits 2013-2016 Dodge Dart, N/A