K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-8.1L VIN G (2001)
Important: When removing the pitman shaft assembly, the pitman arm and its components may fall from the steering gear housing. Support the
pitman arm and its components while removing the pitman shaft assembly.
7. Remove the pitman shaft cover bolts (1) from the pitman shaft and cover assembly (3). Remove the lash adjuster nut (2) from the pitman shaft and
cover assembly (3).
8. Remove the pitman shaft and cover assembly (3).
9. Remove the pitman shaft cover O-ring (4) from the steering gear housing assembly.
Assembly Procedure
1. Install the new pitman shaft cover O-ring (4).
2. Install the pitman shaft and cover assembly (3) onto the steering gear housing assembly.
3. Install the lash adjuster nut (2) onto the pitman shaft and cover assembly (3)
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the pitman shaft cover bolts (1) onto the pitman shaft and cover assembly (3).
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Tighten the pitman shaft cover bolts to 62 Nm (46 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the lock washer (2).
6. Install the nut (3).
7. If necessary adjust the pitman shaft. Refer to Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle.
Steering Gear Housing End Plug Replacement
Disassembly Procedure
