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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 HUMMER 🢒 2009 🢒 H2 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Linkage 🢒 Relay Rod 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 steering linkage shock absorber. Refer to Steering Linkage Shock Absorber Replacement.
  2. Disconnect the steering linkage outer tie rods from the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.

    3. Object Number: 793270 Size: SH
  3. Remove the pitman arm nut and discard it.

    4. Object Number: 793272 Size: SH
  4. Remove the idler arm nut and discard it.
  5. Separate the relay rod from the pitman arm and idler arm using puller J 24319-B .
  6. Remove the relay rod from the vehicle.
  7. Inspect for any damage on the steering linkage components and repair or replace as needed.
  8. Clean all threads on the steering linkage components.

Installation Procedure
  1. Place the relay rod to the vehicle.

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


    Object Number: 689037 Size: SH
  2. Use installer J 29193 or installer J 29194 to seat the idler arm and pitman arm to the relay rod.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the installer to 54 N·m (40 lb ft).


    Object Number: 793272 Size: SH
  3. Install the new pitman arm nut.

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

  4. Install the new idler arm nut.

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

  5. Connect the steering linkage outer tie rods to the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
  6. Install the steering linkage shock absorber. Refer to Steering Linkage Shock Absorber Replacement.
  7. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment.