Sunsong 3405196 Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly - Gear To Reservoir

Power Steering Return Hose for Volkswagen and Audi

The Sunsong 3405196 power steering return line hose assembly is built for low-pressure, high-temperature return-side service in select Volkswagen and Audi applications. It is engineered to match original routing and connection points for a direct-fit replacement on vehicles such as the Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Golf, Audi TT, and Audi A3.

Key Features

• Return line hose assembly for power steering reservoir return service
• Max working pressure of 250 psi for low-pressure hydraulic operation
• CSM hose material for durability in demanding underhood conditions
• 16 mm banjo fitting on End 1 and 3/8 in. ID hose connection on End 2
• 57 in. overall length for application-specific routing
• Precision-engineered to exact fit for select Volkswagen and Audi models
• Cross-references Dorman HELP 92873 and Gates 366328 for the same application

Detailed Description

Sunsong 3405196 is a power steering return line hose assembly made for vehicles that require a direct replacement hose with OE-style fitment and routing. This part is used on 1997-2006 Audi A3, 1999-2006 Audi TT, 1997-2006 Volkswagen Golf, 1999-2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 2008-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta City, and 2011-2015 Volkswagen Clasico applications. The hose is built for return-side steering fluid flow and is suited to low-pressure, high-temperature operation.

The assembly uses high-grade steel tubing with zinc electroplating for added resistance to corrosion, rust, road salt, water, humidity, and grime. Sunsong 3405196 is also engineered to restore wearable components to original condition where required, helping maintain proper hose routing and secure mounting on the vehicle.

What This Part Helps Address

• Power steering fluid returning to the reservoir with leaks at the hose assembly
• Cracked, hardened, or deteriorated return hose material
• Corrosion on steel tubing or fittings
• Improper hose routing or fitment on Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, or Audi TT applications
• Noise or steering performance issues caused by fluid loss in the return circuit

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the banjo and ID hose end connections, overall length, and routing before installation. This part is listed for Gear To Reservoir and N/A positions depending on application, so match the vehicle-specific fitment carefully. Inspect adjacent brackets, grommets, heat shields, bushings, and protective sleeves during service and replace worn components as needed to restore proper hose support and protection.

Quality Assurance

This Sunsong return hose assembly is manufactured to exceed original equipment performance standards for return-side steering service. The steel tubing is zinc-coated for corrosion resistance, and the hose assembly is precision engineered for exact fit on the listed Volkswagen and Audi applications. Part number 3405196 is a direct replacement option for select import steering repairs.