C 3500 Truck 2WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 1 (2002)
12. Refer to Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle (700 Gear) to adjust the pitman shaft.
Off Vehicle 670 Gear
Pitman Shaft Seals and Bearing Replacement - Off Vehicle (670 Gear)
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Tools Required
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J 6278 Pitman Shaft Bearing Remover and Installer
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J 6219 Pitman Shaft Oil Seal Installer
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J 4245 Internal Snap Ring Pliers
Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the steering gear pitman shaft and housing cover.
2. Remove the Pitman arm (4) from the steering gear.
3. Remove the pitman shaft boot (3) from the steering gear housing (1).
Important: Do not score the housing bore when prying out seals and washers.
4. Remove the Pitman shaft dust seal (2) from the steering gear housing (1).
5. Remove the pitman shaft retaining ring (2) from the steering gear housing (1) using J 4245.
