How to replace the idler arm on GMC Sierra 3500 Classic?

To replace the idler arm, first, gather the necessary tools: Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller (J 24319-B). Start by taking off the engine shield (if present) before getting rid of the old idler arm nut. Thoroughly separate the idler arm from the relay rod by first removing the idler arm nut from the idler arm position. You can pull out the idler arm from the relay rod with the puller (J 24319-B) before removing bolts and nuts at the vehicle frame to detach the idler arm from the vehicle. To install the new idler arm position it on the vehicle frame then install its bolts and nuts to the frame while torquing them to 105 N.m (78 lb ft). Install the idler arm onto the relay rod while attaching a new idler arm nut to the idler arm before tightening it to 62 N.m (46 lb ft). Engine shield reinstallation should take place if present while performing a front toe adjustment.

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GMC Sierra 3500 Classic Idler Arm
Part Number: 15891516
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- 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:
- 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 Classic | SL, SLE, SLT, WT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 8.1 L GAS
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GMC Sierra 3500 Classic 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:
- 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 Classic | SL, SLE, SLT, WT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 8.1 L GAS

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Q: How to replace the idler arm on GMC Sierra 3500 Classic?
A: To replace the idler arm, first, gather the necessary tools: Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller (J 24319-B). Start by taking off the engine shield (if present) before getting rid of the old idler arm nut. Thoroughly separate the idler arm from the relay rod by first removing the idler arm nut from the idler arm position. You can pull out the idler arm from the relay rod with the puller (J 24319-B) before removing bolts and nuts at the vehicle frame to detach the idler arm from the vehicle. To install the new idler arm position it on the vehicle frame then install its bolts and nuts to the frame while torquing them to 105 N.m (78 lb ft). Install the idler arm onto the relay rod while attaching a new idler arm nut to the idler arm before tightening it to 62 N.m (46 lb ft). Engine shield reinstallation should take place if present while performing a front toe adjustment.