Rough Country 501P - Manual (Page 6)

29. The following pitman arm install will be performed on 6” kits. 4” kits DO NOT require a pitman arm.
30. Remove the cotter pin and nut using a 21mm wrench, from the drag link end where it attaches to the pitman
arm. Dislodge link with a tie rod end puller, or a pickle fork. Note: replace the link if any stud looseness is de-
tected, or if you can twist the studs in its socket with your fingers. Using a 34mm socket, remove the nut from
the steering sector and remove the pitman arm with a puller tool. Inspect the splines on the shaft for exces-
sive wear, repair if needed.
31. Install new arm, lock washer, and nut. Using a 34mm socket, torque to 200 ft/lbs. See PHOTO 14 & 15.
32. Attach the drag link stud to the pitman arm. Torque nut to factory specs, and install cotter pin. Check for ade-
quate linkage clearances while turning steering wheel full lock in both positions.
33. Install front tires and tighten lug nuts to factory specs, using a 7/8 deep well socket.
34. Install the front bumper assembly using stock hardware. Plug in the block heater plug. (If applicable).
35. Raise the vehicle and remove the jack stands. Lower the vehicle to the ground so the suspension is support-
ing the full weight of the vehicle. Torque the following: axle to spring u-bolts to 99ft/lbs. Front leaf springs rear
shackle eye to 185 ft/lbs. Front leaf spring front eye to 259 ft/lbs, 5/8” track bar eye bolt upper end to 112 ft/
lbs, or factory track bar eye bolt upper end to 129 ft/lbs.
Photo 14 Photo 15
Pitman Arm Nut