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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the vehicle.
  2. Remove the relay rod nut from the pitman arm ball stud. Do not reuse the relay rod nut.
  3. Remove the engine protection shield, if equipped.
  4. Use the J 24319-B  in order to remove the relay rod from the pitman arm ball stud.
    5. Fig 1: Removing Relay Rod
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  5. Remove the pitman arm nut and the pitman arm washer. Do not reuse the nut.
  6. Mark the pitman arm and the pitman shaft in order to ensure the proper alignment at assembly.
    NOTE: Do not hammer on the pitman arm, pitman arm shaft or puller. Damage to the pitman arm or steering gear may result.
  7. Use the J 29107-A  or J 6632-01  in order to remove the pitman arm.
    8. Fig 2: Removing Pitman Arm
    G01667089Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Inspect the ball stud threads for damage.
  9. Inspect the ball stud seals for excessive wear.
  10. Clean the threads on the ball stud.
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