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

Important: Do NOT reuse the relay rod nut.

3. Remove the relay rod nut from the Pitman arm ball stud.

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

4. Use the J24319-01 in order to remove the relay rod (10) from the Pitman arm ball stud.
5. Remove the power steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement in Power Steering. Mark the Pitman arm (1) and the Pitman shaft in order to ensure the proper alignment at assembly.
6. Use the J 6632-01 or the J 29107-A in order to remove the Pitman arm from the steering gear Pitman shaft.
7. Inspect the ball stud threads for damage.
8. Inspect the ball stud seals for excessive wear.
9. 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 steering gear to the frame of the vehicle.
5. Install the relay rod (10) to the Pitman arm ball stud.
6. Make sure the seal is on the stud.
- Tighten the J 29193 or the J 29194 to 62 Nm (48 ft. lbs.) in order to seat the tapers.
7. Remove the J 29193 or the J 29194.
8. Install the new prevailing torque nut.
- Tighten the new prevailing torque nut to 62 Nm (46 ft. lbs.).
9. Lower the vehicle.