Steering Shock Absorber Inspection - GMC G Service Manual

Clean
• Threads on the ball stud and ball stud nut.
H Install or Connect (Figures 1, 2, 3, 9 and 10)
NOTICE: For steps 2 and 4 see " Notice" on page
3B1-1 of this section.
Tools Required:
J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12mm).
J 29194 Steering Linkage Installer (14mm).
NOTICE: If a clamp-type pitman arm is used,
spread the pitman arm just enough, with a
wedge, to slip the arm onto the pitman shaft. Do
not spread the pitman arm more than required to
slip over the pitman shaft with hand pressure.
Do not hammer. Damage to the steering gear
may result.
1. Pitman arm (5) on the pitman shaft. Line up the marks
made at removal.
2. Pitman arm washer and nut.
IH fl Tighten
• Pitman arm nut to "Specifications" at the end of
this section.
3. Relay rod (2) or connecting rod (8) to the pitman arm
ball stud. Make certain the seal is on the stud. Tighten
J 29193 or J 29194 (figure 8) to 54 N»m (40 ft. lbs.) to
seat the tapers. Remove the tool.
4. Relay rod nut or the connecting rod castellated nut
and cotter pin to the pitman arm ball stud.
3. Tie Rod Assembly
4. Steering Knuckle
5. Pitman Arm
6. Steering Gear
7. Shock Absorber
8. Connecting Rod Assembly
17. Tie Rod Jam Nut
Figure 9 — Steering Linkage — P-Models with I-Beam Axle Assembly and 19.5-Inch Diameter Wheel
STEERING LINKAGE 3B1-7
R & l Tighten
• Castellated nut to "Specifications" as instructed
at the end of this section.
• Lower the vehicle.
STEERING SHOCK
ABSORBER INSPECTION
Steering shock absorbers are a sealed assembly and
are non-repairable. Replace the complete assembly if
damaged.
Inspect (Figures 2, 3, 9 and 10)
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1. Shock absorber for fluid leakage. A slight film of fluid
is allowable near the shaft seal. If there is excessive
fluid leakage, be sure it's from the shock absorber
and then replace the shock absorber.
2. Shock absorber bushing for excessive wear. Replace
the shock absorber if necessary.
3. Test the shock absorber.
• Disconnect the shock absorber from the frame
or axle end.
• Extend and compress the shock absorber using
as much travel as possible. Resistance should
be smooth and constant for each stroking rate.
Replace the shock absorber if any binding or
unusual noises are present.
• Install the end of the shock absorber. Torque to
"Specifications" at the end of this section.
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