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Sunsong 3404946 Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly - From Gear
| Brand | Sunsong 3404946 |
|---|---|
| Position | From Gear |
| Bracket (Y/N) | N |
| End 1 Fitting Size (mm) | 16 |
| End 1 Fitting Type | Male |
| Hose Material 1 | Csm |
| Length (in) | 25.6 |
| Length (mm) | 650 |
| PS Switch Port (Y/N) | N |
| Fits | Chevrolet and GMC · 12 vehicles |
OE-level performance. Return hose assembly exceeds original equipment standards.
Zinc-coated steel tubing. Helps resist corrosion from humidity, salt, water, and grime.
Precision engineered. Exact-fit hose includes required wear components for restoration.
Cross-references ACI 81283, Gates 352925 and NGK 5874 for the same application. See all 4.
Power Steering Return Hose for GM Trucks
Sunsong 3404946 is a power steering return line hose assembly built for low-pressure, high-temperature return-side service. It is engineered for direct replacement on select Chevrolet C1500, Chevrolet K1500, GMC C1500, and GMC K1500 applications from the gear, with fitment focused on 1996-1998 models.
- Fits 1996-1998 Chevrolet C1500, from gear
- Fits 1996-1998 Chevrolet K1500, from gear
- Fits 1996-1998 GMC C1500, from gear
- Fits 1996-1998 GMC K1500, from gear
- Max working pressure rated at 250 psi for return-side steering use
- Constructed with CSM hose material for demanding underhood conditions
- 16 mm male end 1 fitting for application-specific connection
- 25.6 in. (650 mm) overall length
- Steel tubing with zinc electroplating for added corrosion and rust resistance
Application Details
This Sunsong 3404946 power steering return line hose assembly is built to match the original routing and connection style used on the listed Chevrolet and GMC full-size trucks. The hose is precision engineered for exact fit and is intended for return-side steering flow, where low pressure and elevated temperature are common. This part cross-references Gates 352925 for the same application.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Power steering fluid seepage from a worn return hose
- Cracked or hardened hose material from heat exposure
- Corrosion on the original steel line section
- Improper fit after a previous repair
- Noise or steering performance issues related to fluid loss
Installation Notes
Verify the 16 mm male fitting, 25.6 in. length, and from-gear routing before installation. Inspect the mating surfaces, clamps, and nearby steering components for wear or contamination, and confirm the hose follows the original path without kinks or twist. This part number is 3404946.
Quality Assurance
Sunsong manufactures this return hose assembly with steel tubing, zinc coating, and application-specific engineering to restore the original hose layout on the listed GM trucks. The 3404946 part number is built to meet the demands of power steering return service in high-humidity, road-salt, water, and grime exposure.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Chevrolet | C1500 | From Gear | — |
| 1998 | Chevrolet | K1500 | From Gear | — |
| 1998 | GMC | C1500 | From Gear | — |
| 1998 | GMC | K1500 | From Gear | — |
| 1997 | Chevrolet | C1500 | From Gear | — |
| 1997 | Chevrolet | K1500 | From Gear | — |
| 1997 | GMC | C1500 | From Gear | — |
| 1997 | GMC | K1500 | From Gear | — |
| 1996 | Chevrolet | C1500 | From Gear | — |
| 1996 | Chevrolet | K1500 | From Gear | — |
| 1996 | GMC | C1500 | From Gear | — |
| 1996 | GMC | K1500 | From Gear | — |
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