Pitman Arm: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure

Tools Required
- J 24319-01 Universal Steering Linkage Puller
- J 29107-A Universal Pitman Arm Puller
- J 6632-01 Pitman Arm Puller
- J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)





1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Suitably support the vehicle with jack stands.

Important: Do NOT reuse the relay rod nut.

3. Remove the relay rod nut from the Pitman arm ball stud.
4. Use the J24319-01 in order to remove the relay rod (10) from the Pitman arm ball stud.
5. Remove the Pitman arm nut (8) and the Pitman arm washer.
6. Mark the Pitman arm (1) and the Pitman shaft in order to ensure the proper alignment at assembly.

Notice: Do not hammer on the pitman arm, pitman arm shaft or puller. Damage to the pitman arm or steering gear may result.

7. Use the J 6632-01 in order to remove the Pitman arm.
8. Inspect the ball stud threads for damage.
9. Inspect the ball stud seals for excessive wear.
10. Clean the threads on the ball stud.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the Pitman arm (1) on the Pitman shaft.
2. Align the marks made at removal.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the Pitman arm washer and the Pitman arm nut (8).
- Tighten the Pitman arm nut to 250 Nm (184 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the relay rod (10) to the Pitman arm ball stud. Make sure the seal is on the Pitman arm ball stud.
5. Use the J 29193 in order to seat the tapers.
- Tighten the J 29193 to 62 Nm (46 ft. lbs.).
6. Remove the J 29193.
7. Install the new prevailing torque nut.
- Tighten the new prevailing torque nut to 62 Nm (46 ft. lbs.).
8. Lower the vehicle.