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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1973P35/P3500 VAN 7.4L ENG VIN ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)STEERINGPOWER STEERINGSTEERING LINKAGE1965-74 ALL MODELSRELAY ROD REMOVAL
1973 GMC P35/P3500 Van 7.4L Eng VIN Z
Relay Rod Removal
1973 GMC P35/P3500 Van 7.4L Eng VIN ZSECTION Relay Rod Removal
- Remove inner ends of tie rods from relay rod (on models where applicable). Remove relay rod ball stud cotter pins and castellated nuts. Remove relay rod from pitman and idler arms by tapping on relay rod ball stud bosses with a hammer, while using another hammer as a backing.
- To install, reverse removal procedure and note following: Check ball studs and nuts for clean and smooth threads. Check stud seals and replace if necessary. Torque nuts and install new cotter pins.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.