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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 the removal on the pitman arm and the pitman arm shaft.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install a new pitman arm nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the pitman arm nut to 250 N.m (184 lb ft).

  4. Install the power steering gear. Refer to POWER STEERING GEAR REPLACEMENT (NON-RACK AND PINION) .
  5. Install the relay rod (9) to the pitman arm ball stud.
  6. Ensure the seal is on the stud.
    Fig 1: Installing Relay Rod
    G01662281Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the J 29193  or the J 29194  .

    Tighten 

    Tighten the J 29193  or the J 29194  to 54 N.m (40 lb ft) in order to seat the tapers.

  8. Remove the J 29193  or the J 29194  .
    9. Fig 2: Installing & Removing J 29193 Or J 29194
    G01662282Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the new relay rod prevailing torque nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the new prevailing torque nut to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).

  10. Install the engine protection shield, if equipped.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
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