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Removal Procedure

WARNING: To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed.
  1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with safety stands.

    Important:  Do not free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or a wedge- type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result.

  2. Remove the connecting rod nut (2) from the pitman arm (3).
    Fig 1: Removing Connecting Rod Nut From Pitman Arm
    G01687830Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Using the J 24319-B  , separate the connecting rod from the pitman arm.
    Fig 2: Separating Connecting Rod From Pitman Arm
    G01687831Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the pitman arm nut and washer.

    Mark the pitman arm and the pitman shaft in order to properly align at reassembly.

    Fig 3: Removing Pitman Arm Nut & Washer
    G01687832Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Do not hammer on the pitman arm, pitman arm shaft or puller. Damage to the pitman arm or steering gear may result.
  5. Remove the pitman arm using the J 6632-01  , or the J 29107- A  .
  6. Clean the threads on the ball stud and the ball stud nut.
  7. Inspect the ball stud threads for damage.
  8. Inspect the ball stud seals for excessive wear.
    Fig 4: Removing Pitman Arm
    G01687833Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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