{"product_id":"sunsong-3405234-power-steering-return-line-hose-assembly-gear-to-cooler","title":"Sunsong 3405234 Power Steering Return Line Hose Assembly - Gear To Cooler","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSunsong 3405234 Power Steering Return Hose\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sunsong 3405234 power steering return line hose assembly is built for direct replacement on select Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Dodge Sprinter applications. It is engineered for the gear-to-cooler return path, with form, fit, and function aligned to the original routing and connection points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower steering return line hose assembly for gear to cooler routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with select 2007-2017 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with select 2010-2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with select 2014-2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCSM hose material for fluid transfer service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBracket included for OE-style mounting support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 1: 11 mm flange fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 2: 9.6 mm ID hose connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunsong 3405234 is a power steering return hose assembly developed for vehicles that route steering fluid from the gear to the cooler. The assembly uses CSM construction and OE-style connection points to support a precise replacement on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Dodge Sprinter platforms. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 5801) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a direct-fit style replacement, this hose assembly is suited for owners and technicians servicing the power steering return circuit on Sprinter vans. The part number 3405234 is also referenced in aftermarket catalogs for the same application, making it easier to match the correct hose during repair work on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Dodge Sprinter models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaking power steering return hose connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or hardened hose material from age and heat exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect routing or fitment on gear-to-cooler steering lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluid seepage at the flange or hose-end connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper steering fluid return flow after hose failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle year, make, model, and steering line routing before installation. This assembly is specified for gear-to-cooler applications, so confirm the existing hose follows the same path and uses the same flange and ID hose end styles. Inspect adjacent fittings, brackets, and cooler connections for wear or corrosion before installing the new hose. The included bracket supports OE-style placement, but final alignment should match the original routing on the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSunsong is a vertically integrated manufacturer focused on the research, development, and production of automotive fluid transfer hoses and lines. The brand emphasizes exact form, fit, and function to meet industry quality standards for replacement steering and fluid transfer components.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunsong","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52845421035701,"sku":"FTTD-3405234","price":48.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/S5_3405234_Fro.jpg?v=1784789603","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/sunsong-3405234-power-steering-return-line-hose-assembly-gear-to-cooler","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}