Removal Procedure
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE
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Important: Use the proper tool in order to remove the relay ball stud nut.
- Remove the relay rod ball stud at the pitman arm.
- Remove the relay rod ball stud from the pitman arm using J 24319-B
.NOTE: Do not hammer on the pitman arm, pitman arm shaft or puller. Damage to the pitman arm or steering gear may result.
- Remove the pitman arm nut and washer from the steering gear.
- Remove the pitman arm from steering gear using J 6632-01 or J 29107-A .
- Inspect the ball stud threads for damage.
- Inspect the ball stud seals for excessive wear.
- Clean the threads on the ball stud and the ball stud nut.