Other Name: Arm Kit, Steering Linkage Idler; Steering Idler Arm; Pitman Arm; Arm, Steering Idler
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
Express 1500 | 1996-2002 | Base, LS, LT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
Express 2500 | 1996-2002 | Base, LS | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 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
Express 3500 | 1996-2002 | 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
P30 | 1996-1999 | Base | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
Q: What tools are required to service and repair the pitman arm on Chevrolet Astro?
A: The required tools for Pitman Arm servicing and repairing consist of the Pitman Arm puller (J 29107-A). Start the service procedure by lifting the vehicle while also taking off the tire and wheel assembly. First remove the power steering gear but keep the Pitman Arm retaining nut along with washer for future assembly so mark both components for correct alignment. The damage to the Pitman Arm, Pitman Arm shaft or puller will occur when you strike them with a hammer. The Pitman Arm puller (J 29107-A) needs to be used to take out the Pitman Arm before checking the ball stud threads for fractures alongside inspecting the ball stud seals for signs of damage due to wear. The threads of ball stud require cleaning before applying the ball stud nut. After aligning the installation marks from removal on the Pitman Arm to the pitman shaft position you should place the washer and Pitman Arm retaining nut before tightening it to 250 nm (185 ft. Lbs.). The power steering gear should be reinstalled followed by lowering the vehicle.
Q: How to replace the pitman arm on Chevrolet Express 1500?
A: The replacement process for a Pitman Arm starts by elevating the vehicle while providing proper supporting tools. Start the replacement by securing the power steering gear in a vise after removal. Remove the Pitman Arm nut followed by its washer before using the Pitman Arm puller j 6632-01 or universal Pitman Arm puller j 29107-a to free the Pitman Arm from the shaft. During installation place the new Pitman Arm at the power steering gear point while matching all marks from the removal stage between the shaft and arm components. Place the new Pitman Arm washer along with its nut on the shaft and tighten the nut to 250 nm (184 ft. Lbs.). Complete the process by taking out the power steering gear from the vise and repositioning it before inspecting wheel alignment.
Q: How to replace the pitman arm on Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
A: The first step before replacing the Pitman Arm requires steering gear removal. Suspend the steering gear with a vise before removing the Pitman Arm nut together with its washer. Two alternative Pitman Arm removal tools exist: the Pitman Arm puller (J 6632-01) and the Pitman Arm puller (J 29107-A). The new Pitman Arm should be mounted onto the steering gear first before adding a Pitman Arm washer and nut which must be securely fastened to 250 n.m (184 lb ft). When completing the procedure take out the steering gear from the vise for reinstallation. If necessary apply the necessary adjustments to the front toe configuration.