LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> GMC >> 1982 >> Magnavan Standard Trans >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Steering >> Steering Linkage >> Service Procedures >> Idler Arm Replacement
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Idler Arm Replacement

  1. Place vehicle on hoist. Remove fasteners from ball stud and relay rod. Remove ball stud from relay rod by tapping on relay rod boss with a light hammer, while using a heavy hammer as a backing. Remove idler arm-to-frame bolts and remove idler arm assembly.
    NOTE: Idler arm assembly should always be replaced if an up and down force off 25 lbs. (11 kg), applied at relay rod end of idler arm, produces a lash of more than 1/8" (3 mm) in straight ahead position.
  2. To install, reverse removal procedure while noting the following: Ensure that threads on studs and nuts are clean and smooth. Check ball stud seals and replace if necessary. Install connecting rod while making sure long end of rod is toward pitman arm. See illustrations for proper alignment and orientation of connecting rod clamps. 
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals