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Pitman Arm: Removal

  1. Using Special Tool 9168 Ball Joint Puller remove the drag link from the pitman arm.
    Fig 1: Removing Drag Link From Pitman Arm
    G01859088Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  2. Measure the distance of point "A" between the pitman arm (2) and the steering gear (1) using a caliper gauge.
    Fig 2: Measuring Distance Of Point "A" Between Pitman Arm & Steering Gear
    G01859089Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  3. Remove the snap ring (2) that holds the pitman arm (1) on the shaft.
    Fig 3: Removing Snap Ring That Holds Pitman Arm On Shaft
    G01859090Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  4. Remove the pitman arm by loosening the pinch bolt (1). With a prying device, remove the pitman arm from the pitman arm shaft (2).
    Fig 4: Removing Pitman Arm
    G01859091Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.