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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .

    Important:  Use the proper tool in order to remove the relay ball stud nut.

  2. Remove the relay rod ball stud at the pitman arm.
    Fig 1: Removing Relay Rod Ball Stud (RWD)
    G01670057Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. 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.
  4. Remove the pitman arm nut and washer from the steering gear.
    Fig 2: Removing Relay Rod Ball Stud Using J 24319-B (RWD)
    G01670058Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the pitman arm from steering gear using J 6632-01  or J 29107-A  .
  6. Inspect the ball stud threads for damage.
  7. Inspect the ball stud seals for excessive wear.
  8. Clean the threads on the ball stud and the ball stud nut.
    Fig 3: Removing Pitman Arm Using J 6632-01 Or J 29107-A (RWD)
    G01670059Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.