Express 3/4 Ton Van V8-4.8L VIN V (2003)
Steering Gear Seal: Service and Repair
Pitman Shaft Seal Replacement - On Vehicle (Non Rack and Pinion)
Tools Required
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J4245 Internal Snap Ring Pliers
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J6278 Pitman Shaft Bearing Remover and Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Mark the position of the pitman arm to the pitman shaft.
3. Remove the Pitman Arm.
4. Drain the power steering fluid from the system.
5. Remove the pitman shaft and side cover.
6. Clean the exposed end of the pitman shaft.
7. Clean the steering gear housing.
8. Use a wire brush to clean the pitman shaft splines.
9. Remove the dust seal (1).
10. Remove the retaining ring using J4245.
Important: Use care not to score the power steering gear housing bore when prying out the seals and the washers.
11. Use a screwdriver to pry the backup washer (3) and the double lip seal (2) from the power steering gear housing (1).
12. Inspect the power steering gear housing (a) for burrs.
13. Remove the power steering gear housing (1) if necessary.
