How much torque do I use to tighten the idler arm
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.
According to my internet research, to change the pitman and idler arm on a Chevy truck, one must remove the two bolts holding the idler arm as well as the nut holding it to the truck. Then to remove the pitman arm, remove the nut and the drag link.
disassemble steering column,and replace signal arm ass'y
Yes.
You need to replace your tie rods, pitman arm and idler arm. I had the same problem and it went away. Cost me about $120.00
First, It is not called the idler arm. It is called a pitmen arm it it requires a special puller to remove it from the gear box.
there is an "idler arm", its part of the steering and runs horizontal, as well as a pitman arm
how do you chang the idel arm
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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado four-wheel-drive pickup truck item idler arms are sealed. There are not any grease zerts. The idler arm will need to be replaced.
a lot can happen and none of it is good the idler arm is one of the main components of the steering linkage and if it breaks you could loose control of your steering