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 (Steering Gear Replacement).
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 puller J 6632-01 or puller J 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 (Steering Gear Replacement).
5. 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).