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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and suitable support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
  2. Remove the power steering gear. Refer to POWER STEERING GEAR REPLACEMENT in Power Steering System.
  3. Install the power steering gear into a vise.
  4. Remove the pitman arm nut and washer.
    Fig 1: Removing Pitman Arm Nut & Washer
    G01455052Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the pitman arm from the pitman shaft using J 6632-01  or J 29107-A. 
    Fig 2: Removing Pitman Arm From Pitman Shaft Using J 6632-01 & J 29107-A
    G01455053Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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