Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2733

Fig. 84: Disconnect The Pitman Arm From The Relay Rod (Non Rack and Pinion)
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9. Separate the pitman arm from the relay rod using puller J 24319-B . See Special Tools.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 85: View Of Steering Gear Bolts
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10. Remove the steering gear bolts (1).

11. Remove the steering gear from the vehicle.

12. Transfer the pitman arm as necessary. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement .

Installation Procedure

1. Install the pitman arm if necessary. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement .

2. Install the steering gear to the vehicle.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 86: View Of Steering Gear Bolts
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3. Install the steering gear bolts (1).

Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 150 N.m (110 lb ft).

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

IMPORTANT: Start all of the steering gear bolts by hand and fully seat

them before finalizing the torque.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 87: View Of Pitman Arm Nut
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4. Install the pitman arm to the relay rod.

5. Install the pitman arm nut (1).

Tighten: Tighten the nut to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).

6. Connect the power steering hoses to the steering gear.

Tighten: Tighten the hoses fittings to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).

7. Connect the steering shaft coupling. Refer to Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Power Steering - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado