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Installation Procedure

  1. Use the J 29193  in order to connect the connecting rod to the pitman arm ball stud. Ensure that the seal is on the stud. Tighten the J 29193  to 54 N.m (40 lb ft) in order to seat the tapers. Remove the J 29193  .
  2. Install the new prevailing torque nut (1) to the pitman arm (3) ball stud. Tighten the nut to 62 N.m (48 lb ft).
  3. Use the J 29193  in order to install the connecting rod (4) ball stud to the relay rod (2). Ensure that the seal is on the stud. Tighten the J 29193  to 54 N.m (40 lb ft) in order to seat the tapers.
  4. Remove the J 29193  .
  5. Install the new prevailing torque nut (1) to the ball stud. Tighten the nut to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Adjust the toe-in. Refer to FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT .