Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the pitman arm on the pitman shaft.
- Align the marks made at removal.
- Install the pitman arm washer and the pitman arm nut (8). Tighten the pitman arm nut to 250 N.m (184 ft lbs).
- Install the relay rod (9) to the pitman arm ball stud. Ensure the seal is on the pitman arm ball stud.
- Install the J 29193 . Tighten the J 29193 to 54 N.m (40 ft lbs) in order to seat the tapers.
- Remove the J 29193 .
- Install the new prevailing torque nut. Tighten the new prevailing torque not to 62 N.m (46 ft lbs).
- Install the engine protection shield, if equipped.
- Lower the vehicle.