Sunsong 3405148 Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly - Pipe To Reservoir

Power Steering Return Hose for Acura TL and Legend

Sunsong 3405148 is a power steering return line hose assembly built for low-pressure, high-temperature return flow. It is engineered for direct fitment on select Acura applications, including the Acura TL and Acura Legend, with routing to the reservoir.

• Power steering return line hose assembly for low-pressure return circuits
• Constructed from CSM material for fluid and heat resistance
• Rated for a maximum working pressure of 250 psi
• End fittings use 9.6 mm ID hose connections on both ends
• Direct-fit replacement for select Acura TL and Acura Legend applications
• Part number: 3405148

Detailed Product Overview

This Sunsong return hose is built to restore the steering fluid path from the pipe to the reservoir on compatible Acura vehicles. It is a practical replacement for worn, cracked, or leaking return lines on 1996-1998 Acura TL and 1991-1995 Acura Legend models. The hose assembly is made for the demands of steering return service, where heat, fluid exposure, and age can affect hose integrity over time. Part number 3405148 is also cross-referenced to Gates 352946 for the same application.

Common Problems This Hose Can Address

• Power steering fluid seepage at the return line
• Cracked or hardened hose material from heat and age
• Soft steering feel caused by fluid loss
• Noise from low fluid level in the steering system
• Visible deterioration in the pipe-to-reservoir hose section

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1996-1998 Acura TL, Pipe To Reservoir. Fits 1991-1995 Acura Legend, Pipe To Reservoir. Verify hose routing, fitting size, and reservoir connection before installation. Inspect adjacent clamps, seals, and steering components for wear so the repair addresses the full leak path. Because this is a return line hose assembly, clean the area thoroughly before removal to reduce contamination in the steering system.

Quality Assurance

Sunsong manufactures this hose assembly to exceed original equipment performance standards for return-hose service. The steel tubing is zinc electroplated for added resistance to corrosion and rust from humidity, road salt, water, and grime, helping support long-term durability in underhood and undercar conditions.