• | J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller |
• | J 29107-A Pitman Arm Puller |
• | J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm) |
Important: Use the proper tool in order to separate all of the ball joints.
Discard the prevailing torque nut (2).
• | Discard the prevailing torque nut. |
• | Mark the pitman arm and the pitman shaft in order to permit proper alignment during assembly. |
Notice: Do not hammer on the pitman arm, pitman arm shaft or puller. Damage to the pitman arm or steering gear may result.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Tighten the pitman arm prevailing torque nut to 250 N·m
(185 lb ft).
Ensure that the seal is on the stud.
Tighten
Tighten the J 29193
to 54 N·m (40 lb ft) in order to seat the tapers.
Tighten
Tighten the connecting rod to pitman arm prevailing torque nut to 62 N·m
(48 lb ft).
J 29107-A Pitman Arm Puller
Important: Use the proper tool in order to separate all of the ball joints.
Mark the pitman arm and the pitman shaft in order to permit proper alignment during assembly.
Notice: Do not hammer on the pitman arm, pitman arm shaft or puller. Damage to the pitman arm or steering gear may result.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Tighten the pitman arm retaining nut to 250 N·m (185 lb ft).