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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 HUMMER 🢒 2008 🢒 H2 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Linkage 🢒 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 .
  2. Remove the idler arm nut and discard it.

    3. Notice: 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. Object Number: 793272 Size: SH
  4. Remove the idler arm bolts.
  5. Remove the idler arm from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 793272 Size: SH
  1. Position the idler arm to the vehicle.

    2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  2. Install the idler arm bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 120 N·m (89 lb ft).

  3. Connect the idler arm to the relay rod.

    4. Object Number: 689037 Size: SH
  4. Use installer J 29193 or installer J 29194 in order to seat the idler arm to the relay rod.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten installer J 29193 or installer J 29194 to 54 N·m (40 lb ft).

  5. Install the new idler arm nut.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 60 N·m (44 lb ft).

  6. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
  7. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .