Idler Arm: Service and Repair

Important: Use the proper tool to separate all ball joints.

Remove or Disconnect

^ Tools Required:
- J 24319-B Steering Linkage Puller

Raise the vehicle and support it with safety stands.
1. Bolts and nuts.
2. Nut from the idler arm ball stud.
3. Relay rod from the idler arm using J 24319-B.





4. Idler arm.

Inspect
- Ball stud threads for damage.
- Ball stud seal for cuts or other damage.

Clean
- Threads on the ball stud and in the ball stud nut.

Install or Connect

^ Tools Required:
- J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)
- J 29194 Steering Linkage Installer (14 mm)

1. Position the idler arm on the frame.
2. Bolts and nuts.
- Tighten nuts to 108 Nm (79 ft. lbs.).
3. Relay rod to the idler arm ball stud. Make sure the seal is on the stud. Tighten J 29193 or J 29194 to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.) to seat the tapers. Remove the tool.
4. Nut to the idler arm ball stud.
Tighten nut to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).


5. Lower the vehicle.

Adjust
- Toe in.