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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Pitman Arm, Power Steering Gear, Washer & Nut
    GM398127Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Raise and suitable support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the power steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (Rack and Pinion) , Steering Gear Replacement (Recirculating Ball) .
  3. Install the power steering gear into a vise.
  4. Remove the pitman arm nut and washer.
    5. Fig 2: View Of Pitman Arm, Power Steering Gear (Non Rack and Pinion) & Special Tools
    GM398243Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the pitman arm from the pitman shaft using J 6632-01  or J 29107-A .
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