Pitman Arm: Service and Repair

- Tools Required
- J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
- J 29107-A Pitman Arm Puller
- J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)

Removal Procedure





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

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the prevailing torque nut (2) from the connecting rod (1) ball stud at the pitman arm (3).
Discard the prevailing torque nut (2).





3. Use the J24319-B in order to remove the connecting rod from the pitman arm.
4. Remove the prevailing torque nut and the washer from the steering gear shaft.
- Discard the prevailing torque nut.
- Mark the pitman arm and the pitman shaft in order to permit proper alignment during assembly.

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





5. Use the J 29107-A in order to remove the pitman arm (1).
6. Inspect the ball stud threads for damage.
7. Inspect the ball stud seals for excessive wear.
8. Clean the threads on the ball stud and the ball stud nut.

Installation Procedure





1. Align the marks made on the pitman arm during removal in order to install the pitman arm on the pitman shaft.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the washer and the new prevailing torque nut to the pitman shaft.
- Tighten the pitman arm prevailing torque nut to 250 Nm (185 ft. lbs.).





3. Use the J 29193 in order to install the connecting rod ball stud to the pitman arm.
Ensure that the seal is on the stud.
- Tighten the J 29193 to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.) in order to seat the tapers.
4. Remove the J29193.





5. Install the new prevailing torque nut (2) to the connecting rod (1) ball stud at the pitman arm (3).
- Tighten the connecting rod to pitman arm prevailing torque nut to 62 Nm (48 ft. lbs.).
6. Lower the vehicle.