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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the power steering gear. Refer to POWER STEERING GEAR REPLACEMENT (RWD) or POWER STEERING GEAR REPLACEMENT (4WD) .
  2. Install power steering gear into vise.
  3. Remove the pitman arm nut and washer from the pitman arm shaft.
    Fig 1: Removing Pitman Arm Nut & Washer (4WD)
    G01670062Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Do not hammer on the pitman arm, pitman arm shaft or puller. Damage to the pitman arm or steering gear may result.
  4. Disconnect the pitman arm from the pitman shaft using J 6632-01  or J 29107-A  .
  5. Inspect the following items:
    • The ball stud threads for damage
    • The ball stud seals for excessive wear
  6. Clean the threads on the ball stud.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Pitman Arm Using J 6632-01 Or J 29107-A (4WD)
    G01670063Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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