Escalade V8-6.0L VIN N (2002)
Pitman Arm: Service and Repair
Pitman Arm Replacement
Tools Required
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J6632-01 Pitman Arm Puller
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J29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)
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J29194 Steering Linkage Installer (14 mm)
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J29107-A Universal Pitman Arm Puller
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J24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the engine protection shield, if equipped.
3. Remove the relay rod nut (8) from the pitman arm ball stud (2). Do not reuse the nut.
Notice: Do not hammer on the pitman arm, pitman arm shaft or puller. Damage to the pitman arm or steering gear may result.
4. Use the J24319-B in order to remove the relay rod from the pitman arm ball stud.
5. Remove the power steering gear.
Mark the pitman arm and the pitman shaft in order to ensure the proper alignment at assembly.
6. Remove the pitman arm nut.