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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the relay rod (9) to the vehicle.
  2. Install the relay rod (9) to the pitman arm ball stud (2).
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the relay rod (9) to the idler arm ball stud (1).

    Ensure the seal is on the stud.

    Fig 1: Relay Rod & Idler Arm Ball Stud
    G01479689Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the J 29193  or the J 29194. 
  5. Tighten the steering linkage installer in order to seat the tapers.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the steering linkage installer to 54 N.m (40 lb ft).

  6. Remove the J 29193  or the J 29194. 
  7. Install the new pitman arm prevailing torque nut.
  8. Install the new idler arm prevailing torque nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).

  9. Install the tie rod ends. Refer to Tie Rod Replacement .
  10. Install the steering dampener to the relay rod, if equipped. Refer to Steering Damper Replacement .
  11. Install the engine protection shield, if equipped. Refer to
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING)  or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING)  .
    Fig 2: Installing Pitman Arm Prevailing Torque Nut
    G01479690Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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