GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

    • J 6632-01 Pitman Arm Puller
    • J 29107-A Pitman Arm Puller

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement.
  2. Place the steering gear into a vise.

  3. Object Number: 1862648  Size: SH
  4. Remove the pitman arm nut (1) and washer (2).

  5. Object Number: 398243  Size: SH
  6. Remove the pitman arm from the pitman arm shaft using puller J 6632-01 or puller J 29107-A .

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the pitman arm onto the steering gear.
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1862648  Size: SH
  3. Install a new pitman arm washer (2) and nut (1).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 250 N·m (184 lb ft).

  5. Remove the steering gear from the vise.
  6. Install the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement.
  7. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment.