Pitman Arm: Service and Repair

Pitman Arm Replacement


Special Tools
* J 6632-01 Pitman Arm Puller
* J 29107-A Pitman Arm Puller



Removal Procedure

1. Remove the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (Two Mode Hybrid) (Service and Repair)Steering Gear Replacement (Non-Rack and Pinion) (Service and Repair)Steering Gear Replacement (Rack and Pinion) (Service and Repair) .
2. Place the steering gear into a vise.




3. Remove the pitman arm nut (1) and washer (2).




4. Remove the pitman arm from the pitman arm shaft using pullerJ 6632-01 or pullerJ 29107-A .



Installation Procedure

1. Install the pitman arm onto the steering gear.




Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution) .
2. Install a new pitman arm washer (2) and nut (1).

Tighten the nut to 250 Nm (184 lb ft).

3. Remove the steering gear from the vise.
4. Install the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (Two Mode Hybrid) (Service and Repair)Steering Gear Replacement (Non-Rack and Pinion) (Service and Repair)Steering Gear Replacement (Rack and Pinion) (Service and Repair) .
5. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment (Service and Repair) .