Pitman Arm: Service and Repair

Pitman Arm Replacement

Removal Procedure

- Tools Required
- J 6627-A Tie Rod / Wheel Stud Remover
- J 42089 Linkage Installer
- J 42400 Relay Rod Removal Tool





1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the relay rod to pitman arm ball stud nut.
3. Use the J 42400 to remove the relay from the pitman arm.

Notice: Do not attempt to disconnect a steering linkage joint by driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Seal damage may result which will cause premature failure of the joint.

4. Match-Mark the alignment of the pitman arm in relation to the splines on the steering gear.
5. Remove the pitman arm nut.
6. Remove the pitman arm washer.
7. Note the rubber steering gear shaft protector.





8. Use the universal pitman arm puller to remove the pitman arm.

Installation Procedure





1. Ensure the front wheels are in the straight ahead position.
2. Ensure the rubber steering gear shaft protector is in place.
3. Align the pitman arm with the marks previously scribed during the removal procedure on the steering gear.
4. Install the pitman arm to the pitman arm shaft. To assist in proper installation the pitman arm and the steering gear are blind-splined.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install a new pitman arm washer.
6. Install a new pitman arm nut.
- Tighten the pitman arm nut to 160 Nm (118 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the relay rod to the pitman arm.
8. Install the J 42089 to the relay rod ball stud.
- Tighten the to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).

Important: Use a new self-locking pitman arm ball stud nut.

9. Remove the J 42089 from the relay rod ball stud.
10. Install the relay rod to pitman arm ball stud nut.
- Tighten the relay rod-to-pitman arm ball stud nut to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Adjust the toe to the proper specification if the steering wheel is not straight.