How to replace the idler arm on Chevrolet Express 3500?

The first step to replace the idler arm involves raising and supporting the vehicle. The rotation between the idler arm and the relay rod requires removing the retaining nut and disposing of it. You should disconnect the idler arm from the relay rod by using the Ball Joint Remover tool (J43631). The next step requires removal of the idler arm to frame mounting bolts so you can take out the idler arm from the vehicle. Installation of the idler arm starts when you connect it to the frame after reading the Fastener Notice in Service Precautions. Install the idler arm onto frame mounting bolts before torquing them to 150 Nm (111 ft. lbs.). Fasten the idler arm to relay rod while also mounting a fresh idler arm to relay rod retaining nut before securing the nut to 63 Nm (47 ft. lbs.). To complete the work lower the vehicle and perform a wheel alignment check.

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Chevrolet Express 3500 Pitman Arm
Part Number: 19168944
$144.36 MSRP: $245.79
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- Other Name: Arm Kit, Pitman; Steering Pitman Arm; Idler Arm; Arm Kit, Steering Pitman
- Replaced by: 19435543
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Express 3500 Pitman Arm
Part Number: 12479051
$45.98 MSRP: $112.19
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- Other Name: Arm Kit, Pitman; Steering Pitman Arm; Idler Arm
- Replaced by: 85819774
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Express 3500 Pitman Arm
Part Number: 12471379
$90.68 MSRP: $154.38
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- Other Name: Arm Kit, Pitman; Idler Arm
- Replaced by: 85819770
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Express 3500 Idler Arm
Part Number: 86511719
$90.68 MSRP: $154.38
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly-Steering Linkage Idler; Arm Kit, Steering Idler
- Replaced by: 85819770
- Replaces: 12471379, 12479349, 12471378, 19149615, 19178433
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2024 Chevrolet Express 3500 | Base, LS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.8 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 4.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Express 3500 Pitman Arm
Part Number: 19434290
$45.98 MSRP: $112.19
You Save: $66.21 (60%)
Ships in 1-2 Business Days
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Kit, Pitman
- Replaced by: 85819774
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2024 Chevrolet Express 3500 | Base, LS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.8 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 4.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Express 3500 Idler Arm
Part Number: 26048558
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Kit, Steering Linkage Idler; Steering Idler Arm; Pitman Arm; Arm, Steering Idler
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 3500 | Base, LS | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 8.1 L GAS
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Chevrolet Express 3500 Pitman Arm
Part Number: 26049439
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Kit, Pitman; Steering Pitman Arm; Idler Arm
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 3500 | Base, LS | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 8.1 L GAS

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Q: How to replace the idler arm on Chevrolet Express 3500?
A: The first step to replace the idler arm involves raising and supporting the vehicle. The rotation between the idler arm and the relay rod requires removing the retaining nut and disposing of it. You should disconnect the idler arm from the relay rod by using the Ball Joint Remover tool (J43631). The next step requires removal of the idler arm to frame mounting bolts so you can take out the idler arm from the vehicle. Installation of the idler arm starts when you connect it to the frame after reading the Fastener Notice in Service Precautions. Install the idler arm onto frame mounting bolts before torquing them to 150 Nm (111 ft. lbs.). Fasten the idler arm to relay rod while also mounting a fresh idler arm to relay rod retaining nut before securing the nut to 63 Nm (47 ft. lbs.). To complete the work lower the vehicle and perform a wheel alignment check.