How to replace the idler arm on Chevrolet Suburban 2500?

To change the idle arm, you will need the following tools Universal Steering Linkage Puller (J24319-B), Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm) (J29193), and Steering Linkage Installer (14 mm) (J29194). Start by lifting the car and take off the engine protection shield if applicable. Next, unscrew the idler arm ball stud nut but avoid reusing it and then unplug the idler arm off the relay rod using Universal Steering Linkage Puller (&24319-B). Go ahead and remove the idler arm frame bolts and nuts and then the idler arm from the vehicle. For installation place the new idler arm on the frame, then put the frame bolts and nuts and tighten the bolts to 99 Nm (73 ft. lbs.). Connect relay rod to idler arm ball stud, seal should be on the stud, use Steering Linkage Installer (12mm) J29193 or Steering Linkage Installer (14mm) J29194 to seat the tapers, tighten to 54Nm(40ft lbs). Assemble a new idler arm ball stud prevailing torque nut to the idler arm ball stud and provide a torque of 62 Nm (46 ft. lbs.). Finally, if equipped, reinstall the engine protection shield, resituate the vehicle, and perform a wheel alignment check.

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Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Idler Arm
Part Number: 19153392
$171.18 MSRP: $281.96
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- Other Name: Arm Kit, Steering Linkage Idler; Steering Idler Arm; Pitman Arm; Arm Kit, Steering Idler
- Replaced by: 19435541
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2013 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 | LS, LT, LTZ | 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Idler Arm
Part Number: 15891516
$144.36 MSRP: $245.79
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Kit, Steering Linkage Idler; Steering Idler Arm; Pitman Arm
- Replaced by: 19435543
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 | Base, LS, LT, LTZ | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 8.1 L GAS
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Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Pitman Arm
Part Number: 12479051
$45.98 MSRP: $112.19
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Product Specifications
- 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:
- 2001-2010 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 | Base, LS, LT, LTZ | 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 8.1 L GAS
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Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Pitman Arm
Part Number: 12471379
$90.68 MSRP: $154.38
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Product Specifications
- 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:
- 2000-2001 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 8.1 L GAS
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Chevrolet Suburban 2500 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:
- 2009-2013 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 | LS, LT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS

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Q: How to replace the idler arm on Chevrolet Suburban 2500?
A: To change the idle arm, you will need the following tools Universal Steering Linkage Puller (J24319-B), Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm) (J29193), and Steering Linkage Installer (14 mm) (J29194). Start by lifting the car and take off the engine protection shield if applicable. Next, unscrew the idler arm ball stud nut but avoid reusing it and then unplug the idler arm off the relay rod using Universal Steering Linkage Puller (&24319-B). Go ahead and remove the idler arm frame bolts and nuts and then the idler arm from the vehicle. For installation place the new idler arm on the frame, then put the frame bolts and nuts and tighten the bolts to 99 Nm (73 ft. lbs.). Connect relay rod to idler arm ball stud, seal should be on the stud, use Steering Linkage Installer (12mm) J29193 or Steering Linkage Installer (14mm) J29194 to seat the tapers, tighten to 54Nm(40ft lbs). Assemble a new idler arm ball stud prevailing torque nut to the idler arm ball stud and provide a torque of 62 Nm (46 ft. lbs.). Finally, if equipped, reinstall the engine protection shield, resituate the vehicle, and perform a wheel alignment check.