Do You Know the Way to Replace the Pitman Arm in a Chevy Truck ?
Do You Know the Way to Replace the Pitman Arm in a Chevy Truck ? Automotive There are a few different types of steering out there, and one of the older models is known as recirculating ball steering. The steering wheel is connected to a steering box, which transfers motion through the pitman arm to the steering linkage , which turns the wheels. If the pitman arm wears out, you'll have sloppy steering, which can be dangerous. Replacing the pitman arm on a Chevrolet truck is not a lot of fun, but it can be done at home with the right tools in about an hour. Instructions 1. Lift up the front of the vehicle using the jack and secure it on jack stands. Make sure the vehicle is completely secure on the jack stands before you crawl underneath it. Also make sure the wheels are pointed straight 2. Locate the steering box on the truck. It's on the driver's side frame rail and has a dog-legged arm that comes off of it which is the pitman arm, which is pressed onto the gear on th...