Without I-Beam Front Axle (C3HD Models)

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

Idler Arm Installation:

Steering Linkage (C-Models):

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT

TOOLS REQUIRED:
^ J 24319-01 Steering Linkage Puller.
^ J 29107 Pitman Arm Puller.
^ J 6632-01 Pitman Arm Remover.

^ Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with jack stands.

1. Relay rod nut (11) from the pitman arm ball stud (5). Do not reuse the nut.
2. Relay rod (14) from the pitman arm ball stud (5) using J 24319-01.
3. Pitman arm nut and washer.
^ Mark the pitman arm and the pitman shaft. This will permit proper alignment at assembly.

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

4. Pitman arm. Use J 6632-01 or J 29107.

INSPECT
^ Ball stud threads for damage.
^ Ball stud seals for excessive wear.

CLEAN
^ Threads on the ball stud.

Idler Arm Installation:

Steering Linkage (C-Models):

Steering Linkage (K-Models):

INSTALL OR CONNECT

TOOLS REQUIRED:
^ J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm).

1. Pitman arm on the pitman shaft. Line up the marks made at removal.
2. Pitman arm washer and nut.

TIGHTEN
^ Pitman arm nut to 250 Nm (184 ft. lbs.).

3. Relay rod (14) to the pitman arm ball stud (5). Make sure the seal is on the stud.
^ Tighten J 29193 or J 29194 to 62 Nm (48 ft. lbs.) to seat the tapers. Remove the tool.

4. New relay rod prevailing torque nut (11) to the pitman arm ball stud (5).

TIGHTEN
^ Nut (11) to 70 Nm (52 ft.lbs.).

5. Lower the vehicle.