Tools required would be a "pickle fork" and a socket set, remove the cotter pin and remove the castle nut off the idler arm seperate the idler from the steering link with the pickle fork then unbolt the idler from the vans frame just reverse the procedure and be sure to grease the entire front steering assembly when finished.
To change the idler arm on a 1998 GMC Safari Van, first, ensure the vehicle is securely lifted and supported on jack stands. Remove the nut and bolt securing the idler arm to the frame and the pitman arm. Replace the old idler arm with a new one, tightening the fasteners to the manufacturer's specifications. Finally, recheck the alignment, as replacing the idler arm can affect steering geometry.
The Chevrolet S 10 pickup truck idler arm can be removed by removing the idler arm retaining bolts. The idler arm has two retaining bolts. Reverse the process to install the new idler arm.
The idler arm shaft, which goes into the bracket should be torqued to 58 ft/lb. The 3 bolts on the bracket to 105 ft/lb. The idler arm to relay rod 40 ft/lb
how do you chang the idel arm
watch video on youtube.
only if the idler arm will not hold the tension on the belt and the pulley needs replaced when the are warn sharp or warn flat
To replace the idler arm on a 1991 Mercedes 190E, start by safely lifting the front of the vehicle and securing it on jack stands. Remove the bolts securing the idler arm to the frame and the connecting tie rod end using a wrench and a hammer to help dislodge it, if necessary. After removing the old idler arm, position the new one and tighten the bolts securely. Finally, recheck the alignment and ensure all components are properly torqued before lowering the vehicle.
Remove the nut holding the idler arm to the center link. Separate the joint with a "pickle fork". Remove the two bolts and nuts from the frame end of the idler arm. Remove idler arm.
How much torque do I use to tighten the idler arm
Wasn't aware a Merc 190 had an idler arm. However, clunky steering and wander. Observation of the idler arm will show excessive lateral movement
3/8 breaker bar or wrench into square hole in idler arm twist in direction that realeases tension on belt and remove.
No, there is a pitman arm on the steering box and two idler arms on the linkage.