Idler Arm: Installation
NOTE:
Idler arm must be properly located on it's threaded support so idler arm ball socket will be level with pitman arm ball socket. Idler arm support must be threaded into idler arm bushing until distance from center of lower mounting bolt is 2.281-2.407" (57.84-61.04 mm). See Fig 1
. The position of the idler arm must be adjusted before installation. After adjustment, idler arm support must be free to rotate 90 degrees in each direction.
To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure seal is on idler arm ball stud. Using Steering Linkage Installer (J-29193), seat taper between idler arm and relay rod to 15 ft. lbs. (20 N.m). Install nut securing idler arm to relay rod and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Install idler arm to frame. Tighten idler arm-to-frame bolts/nuts to specification. Adjust toe-in. See procedures in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in SUSPENSION.