Pitman Arm: Service and Repair

PITMAN ARM REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
- J 6632-01 Pitman Arm Puller
- J 29107-A Pitman Arm Puller

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Raise and suitable support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the power steering gear.
3. Install the power steering gear into a vise.
4. Remove the pitman arm nut and washer.




5. Remove the pitman arm from the pitman shaft using J 6632-01 or J 29107-A.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the pitman arm to the power steering gear.
2. Install a new pitman arm washer and nut.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 250 N.m (184 lb ft).

3. Remove the power steering gear from the vise.
4. Install the power steering gear.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment (With Rear Wheel Steering) Measuring Wheel Alignment (Without Rear Wheel Steering) in Wheel Alignment.