GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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GMC_Truck
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2009
š¢
Savana - AWD
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Steering
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Steering Linkage
š¢ Pitman Arm Replacement
Special Tools
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J 6632-01
Pitman Arm Puller
ā¢
J 29107-A
Universal Pitman Arm Puller
Removal Procedure
Raise and suitable support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Remove the power steering gear. Refer to
Steering Gear Replacement
.
Install the power steering gear into a vise.
Remove the pitman arm nut and washer.
Remove the pitman arm from the pitman shaft using
J 6632-01
or
J 29107-A
.
Installation Procedure
Install the pitman arm to the power steering gear.
Caution:
Refer to
Fastener Caution
in the Preface section.
Align the marks made at the removal on the pitman arm and the pitman arm shaft.
Install a new pitman arm washer and nut and tighten to
250 NĀ·m (184 lb ft)
.
Remove the power steering gear from the vise.
Install the power steering gear. Refer to
Steering Gear Replacement
.
Lower the vehicle.
Check the wheel alignment. Refer to
Wheel Alignment Measurement
.