Escalade 4WD V8-6.0L Hybrid (2011)
Note: When removing the steering gear pitman shaft, the pitman arm and its components may fall from the steering gear housing. Support the
pitman arm and its components while removing the steering gear pitman shaft.
8. Remove the steering gear pitman shaft housing cover bolts (1).
Remove the steering gear pitman shaft lash adjuster nut (2).
9. Remove the steering gear pitman shaft housing cover (3).
10. Remove the steering gear pitman shaft housing cover O-ring (4).
Assembly Procedure
1. Install the new steering gear pitman shaft housing cover O-ring (4).
2. Install the steering gear pitman shaft housing cover (3).
3. Install the steering gear pitman shaft lash adjuster nut (2).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution.
4. Install the steering gear pitman shaft housing cover bolts (1) and tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb ft).
5. Install the pitman arm washer (2).
6. Install the pitman arm nut (3) and tighten to 250 Nm (184 lb ft).
7. If necessary adjust the steering gear pitman shaft over-center preload. Refer to Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off
Vehicle See: Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle.
8. Install the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .
Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Seal and Bearing Replacement - Off Vehicle
Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Seal and Bearing Replacement - Off Vehicle
