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Sunsong 3401770 Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly - Control Valve To Cooler, From Gear or Gear To Cooler
Reliable Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly
The Sunsong 3401770 power steering return line hose assembly is designed to provide a durable and precise fit for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. Engineered with quality materials, this hose assembly ensures efficient fluid return and helps maintain optimal steering performance.
- Compatible with Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models including Colony Park, Continental, Cougar, Grand Marquis, LTD, Marquis, Monarch, Montego, and Thunderbird
- Length of 48 inches (1219 mm) for proper routing and fitment
- Constructed with CSM hose material for durability and resistance to heat and pressure
- End 1 features a 3/8 inch ID hose fitting
- End 2 includes a 5/8 inch male inverted flare fitting
- No bracket or power steering switch port included
Product Details and Specifications
The Sunsong 3401770 power steering return line hose assembly is built with a CSM (chlorosulfonated polyethylene) hose material, known for its resistance to heat, ozone, and hydraulic fluids. Measuring 48 inches in length, this hose assembly is designed to meet the exact specifications required for proper installation and function in the specified Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. The hose features a 3/8 inch ID hose fitting on one end and a 5/8 inch male inverted flare fitting on the other, ensuring secure connections within the power steering system. This assembly does not include a bracket or power steering switch port, focusing solely on the return line function.
Compatible Vehicles and Applications
- Ford Colony Park
- Lincoln Continental
- Mercury Cougar
- Ford Grand Marquis
- Lincoln LTD
- Mercury Marquis
- Mercury Monarch
- Mercury Montego
- Ford Thunderbird
Common Issues Addressed by This Hose Assembly
- Leaking or cracked power steering return lines causing fluid loss
- Reduced steering responsiveness due to damaged or worn hoses
- Power steering fluid contamination from deteriorated hose material
- Improper hose length or fitting size leading to installation difficulties
- Preventing overheating and pressure loss in the power steering system
Installation Notes and Tips
Ensure the vehicle is cooled and the power steering system is depressurized before beginning installation. Verify the hose length and fitting sizes match the original equipment specifications. Use appropriate tools to avoid damaging the male inverted flare fitting during installation. Inspect surrounding components for wear or damage while replacing the hose assembly. Follow manufacturer torque specifications for fittings to prevent leaks.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Sunsong power steering hoses are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards for durability and performance. The 3401770 hose assembly undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure reliable operation within the specified vehicle applications. While specific warranty details are not provided, Sunsong products typically come with a limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship.
| Brand | Sunsong |
| Part Number | 3401770 |
| Bracket (Y/N) | N |
| End 1 Fitting Size (in) | 3/8 |
| End 1 Fitting Type | Id hose |
| End 2 Fitting Size (in) | 5/8 |
| End 2 Fitting Type | Male inverted flare |
| Hose Material 1 | Csm |
| Length (in) | 48 |
| Length (mm) | 1219 |
| PS Switch Port (Y/N) | N |
| Tech Tip | Tt1000 |
This part fits 82 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Ford | Thunderbird | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1979 | Lincoln | Continental | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1979 | Mercury | Cougar | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1978 | Ford | LTD | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1978 | Ford | LTD | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1978 | Ford | Thunderbird | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1978 | Lincoln | Continental | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1978 | Mercury | Cougar | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1978 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly, Cut To Fit, without Cooler |
| 1978 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1978 | Mercury | Marquis | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1977 | Ford | LTD | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1977 | Ford | LTD | From Gear | Police, w/ Cooler; Cut To Fit |
| 1977 | Ford | LTD | N/A | Police |
| 1977 | Ford | LTD | N/A | Exc. Police, w/ Ford PS Pump |
| 1977 | Ford | LTD | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1977 | Ford | Thunderbird | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1977 | Lincoln | Continental | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1977 | Mercury | Cougar | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1977 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly, Cut To Fit, without Cooler |
| 1977 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1977 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | Police, w/o Adaptor Fitting At Pump; Cut To Fit |
| 1977 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | Exc. Police |
| 1977 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | Police, w/o Adaptor Fitting At Pump |
| 1977 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | Exc. Police, w/ Ford PS Pump |
| 1977 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1977 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | Police, w/o Adaptor Fitting At Pump; Cut To Fit |
| 1977 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | Exc. Police; Cut To Fit |
| 1977 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | Police, w/o Adaptor Fitting At Pump |
| 1977 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | Exc. Police, w/ Ford PS Pump |
| 1976 | Ford | LTD | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1976 | Ford | Thunderbird | Gear To Cooler | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1976 | Lincoln | Continental | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1976 | Mercury | Cougar | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1976 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1976 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1976 | Mercury | Marquis | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1976 | Mercury | Marquis | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1976 | Mercury | Monarch | Control Valve To Cooler | w/ O-Ring Fitting; Cut To Fit |
| 1976 | Mercury | Montego | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1975 | Ford | LTD | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1975 | Ford | LTD | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1975 | Ford | Thunderbird | Gear To Cooler | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1975 | Lincoln | Continental | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1975 | Mercury | Cougar | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1975 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1975 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1975 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | From Gear | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1975 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1975 | Mercury | Marquis | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1975 | Mercury | Marquis | From Gear | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1975 | Mercury | Monarch | Control Valve To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1975 | Mercury | Montego | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1974 | Ford | LTD | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1974 | Ford | Thunderbird | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1974 | Lincoln | Continental | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1974 | Mercury | Colony Park | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1974 | Mercury | Colony Park | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1974 | Mercury | Colony Park | From Gear | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly - With Cooler |
| 1974 | Mercury | Cougar | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1974 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | w/ Ford Power Steering Pump, w/ Saginaw Power Steering Pump |
| 1974 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1974 | Mercury | Marquis | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1974 | Mercury | Montego | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1974 | Mercury | Montego | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1973 | Ford | LTD | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1973 | Ford | Thunderbird | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1973 | Lincoln | Continental | Gear To Cooler | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1973 | Mercury | Colony Park | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1973 | Mercury | Colony Park | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1973 | Mercury | Colony Park | From Gear | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly - With Cooler |
| 1973 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | w/ Ford Power Steering Pump, w/ Saginaw Power Steering Pump |
| 1973 | Mercury | Marquis | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1973 | Mercury | Marquis | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1973 | Mercury | Montego | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
| 1973 | Mercury | Montego | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1972 | Ford | LTD | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1972 | Ford | Thunderbird | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1972 | Lincoln | Continental | From Gear | To 5/14; Cut To Fit |
| 1972 | Mercury | Colony Park | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1972 | Mercury | Marquis | From Gear | Fitment note: With cooler, cut-to-fit. |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | N/A | Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly with Adjustable Length Option |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.