Service Procedure

The following service procedure is for inspecting the nut that attaches the ball stud on the end of pitman arm to the steering linkage See the Steering Section of the service manual if additional information is needed.

1. Raise the vehicle on a suitable hoist and support.

Important
The pitman arm described in the next step connects the pitman shaft on the bottom of the steering gear to the steering linkage.

2. Visually inspect the 21 mm hex nut that attaches the ball stud on the end of the pitman arm to the steering linkage (intermediate rod).

^ If the nut is present, verify that it has been tightened to 63 Nm (47 lb ft). Then proceed to the next step.

^ If the nut is missing, install a new nut and tighten to 63 Nm (47 lb ft). Then proceed to the next step.

Important
It is NOT necessary to inspect the larger (32 mm) nut that attaches the other end of the pitman arm to the steering gear.

3. Lower the vehicle.

4. Install the GM Recall Identification Label.