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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the pitman arm on the pitman shaft.
  2. Align the marks made at removal.
  3. Install the pitman arm washer and the pitman arm nut (8). Tighten the pitman arm nut to 250 N.m (184 ft lbs).
  4. Install the relay rod (9) to the pitman arm ball stud. Ensure the seal is on the pitman arm ball stud.
  5. Install the J 29193  . Tighten the J 29193  to 54 N.m (40 ft lbs) in order to seat the tapers.
  6. Fig 1: Installing Relay Rod
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  7. Remove the J 29193  .
  8. Install the new prevailing torque nut. Tighten the new prevailing torque not to 62 N.m (46 ft lbs).
  9. Install the engine protection shield, if equipped.
  10. Lower the vehicle.