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Idler Arm: Service and Repair




Idler Arm Replacement

Special Tools
* J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
* J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)
* J 29194 Steering Linkage Installer (14 mm)

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the idler arm nut and discard it.

Caution: Do not attempt to free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or wedge type tool, because seal or bushing damage could result. Use the proper tool to separate all ball joints.

3. Separate the idler arm from the relay rod using puller J 24319-B .




4. Remove the idler arm bolts.
5. Remove the idler arm from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the idler arm to the vehicle.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the idler arm bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 120 Nm (89 lb ft).

3. Connect the idler arm to the relay rod.




4. Use installer J 29193 or installer J 29194 in order to seat the idler arm to the relay rod.

Tighten installer J 29193 or installer J 29194 to 54 Nm (40 lb ft).

5. Install the new idler arm nut.

Tighten the nut to 60 Nm (44 lb ft).

6. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement (Service and Repair).
7. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment (Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment).

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