Steering Box Replacement 2000-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, Silverado
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- In this video we show how to replace the steering box in a 2000-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, Silverado.
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*Disclaimer: Please use all safety precautions
This is for the 2 wheel drive. Good luck getting the Pittman arm nut off on a 4 wheel drive. There's a crossmember in the way.
To replace the steering box on a 4x4 separate the Pittman arm from the steering center link, remove the fluid lines (keep track of which goes where), remove the steering shaft bolt, remove the 3 bolts holding the steering gear to the frame, then either use an impact wrench to get the Pittman arm nut off or put the steering gear in a vice clamped on the Pittman arm then remove the nut. Note: during reassembly DO NOT use the stops of the Pittman arm rotation to torque the Pittman arm nut. Clamp the arm, then torque. Of course, be sure to clock the Pittman arm properly on the gear or you'll be removing it twice.
If you're replacing the gear and the Pittman arm has to come out safe money is on just replacing the Pittman arm.
Assembly is the reverse of removal. Removing the fan shrouds may make this job easier.
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Hey, seeing as you know what you're doing when it comes to a 4x4 do you happen to know what brand of gearbox I should use for my Tahoe? It's 4x4 and I have no idea what kind to use or even a good place to get one. I have searched and they all seem the same. Any suggestions?
I believe if the trucks tires are on the ground you can torque the bolt on the pitman arm , well it worked that way taking it of without ruining the spines & grooves.
wen video?
moabfool You absolutely can easily get the Pitman arm off in a 4 Wheel Drive I just got done doing it! I didn’t pull the radiator or anything just the box itself about an hour!!
it's a pretty simple job. I did this on my 2003 Chevy Tahoe z71.
hardest part was getting Pittman arm off with puller. I recommend removing all 3 mounting through bolts first along with 2 pump lines, that way you can menouver gear box around to put puller on.
Installing new box takes like 10 minutes
putting new gear box on is
Did this help with loose steering in the wheel? I have an 04 that might need replacement. Thanks
jonathan peres did this help with steering? Mine has a lot of play in steering
Are u available? I come get you for mine.
@@bigchungus7720yes and get an alignment after
It's the best explaining video I ever saw about the steering box replacement thank you so much
This video is very helper but it would have been even better if y'all would have say what tools and size of the tools needed to do this
Yeah, i'm trying to find what size sockets I need for the mounting bolts
@@fro817tx figure it out...
Put a 15mm on it.... is it loose? Go smaller....try a 14.... then a 13
If it wont slide on the hex.... go bigger
It's a pretty simple concept.....
Even a cheap shitty tool kit will have 8mm up to 19
But really..... do you need to be told what size shoe to buy?
Or do you try a few sizes and buy what fits best?
Sure, ya might save some time.....but all it takes is 10 seconds to try a few sockets
8, 10, 13, 15, 18 and 19..... can take apart 3/4s of the truck
K
kain hall quit being an asshole, the correct of showing how to remove something is showing what tools are needed to do the job and what is involved with the job. That’s the correct way this video should’ve been made.
34 mm socket is used for the pitman arm bolt
In most cases. Mine was a 1 5/16"
@@vonsommerfedlt heh, 1 5/16" equals 33.3375mm, so basically the same as 34mm, but there will be play with the 1 5/16. It's better to use the 34mm.
Thanks. This was what I came here to find out.
You the real MVP.
Great Egret mine was EXACTLY 1 5/16” measured with calipers and all
That's true, but my point is both 1 5/16" AND 34mm will work. See the math in my last comment. Also 34mm is much easier to find at an auto parts store than a 15/16". Just giving others here options and the understanding that 34mm and 1 5/16 are close enough that either can be used. That wasn't clear in your comment.
I like how these videos have no rust and everything just comes off so simple. Try that In Michigan and you better have your torch ready. we have to heat up every thing because its rusted!
I don't control the amount of rust on stuff. Thanks for watching!
Being from Arizona I would never subject myself or my vehicles to Michigan weather, you should be paid to inhabit such an inhospitable place...
Try an air hammer on the side of the stuck nut/shaft/rust. Works great when too risky to use torch.
"... no rust and everything just comes off..."
Welcome to a preview of the California used vehicle market. I grew up in Michigan so, ya, I completely understand your frustration. After having spent the majority of my adult life in the South and on the West Coast, I can honestly say that getting out of Michigan was the best choice I ever made in life. Michigan is nothing but diminishing returns and constantly lowering standards.
At least, as of the date of this post, you're no longer the State with the most expensive auto insurance in the nation. Still worst used vehicle market, though. Michigan folk be like "What's a cab corner? I've never actually seen one in real life!"
It can't be tight if its liquid! Lol Hurray for MAP gas 😉
What size are those bolts we like to watch everything and know which size the bolts are before we do the works
Torque specifications for all the bolts ?
You skipped how to press the pitman arm onto the new steering box
Do I have to make sure the car and steering wheels is straight as possible before any thing & do I have to disconnect the battery ?
Yep. And then no for the battery. Thanks for watching!
Did you not have to disconnect the tie rod at the wheel before removing the nut from the pitman arm?
I will need to replace this on my 07 Silverado Classic sometime this summer. Looks relatively easy. I will probably opt for a new pitman arm too. Thanks for the video
How do you know if your steering box is bad
Is this the same for a Chevy 3500 with the 5.7
Honestly is pretty lame that you guys never say the tool size. It only takes a second, and now would’ve saved me 3 trips to oriellys
Yeah these were made a while ago and that was under the thought people had a basic tool set and could use trial and error. Anyways the new videos have sizes and torque specs. Thanks for watching!
How about helping out and letting us know those tool sizes. I'd love to make trips to the auto store but its about 5 miles away so I would love to know what size to order from amazon. I can not get the damn line off the box. 3 tool boxes and no line wrench that size.
Will this fix loose steering
I think you’re lame for complaining that someone wont make things easy on you. Figure it out for yourself. It only takes a second.
I say be a man and figure out the size yourself baby😢
Does anyone know how many hours a shop will bill for this job? I have the parts but I have a shoulder injury and can’t get under my suburban to do it so may take it to a shop. Thanks for any info!
According to AllData right around 2.2 hours. Thanks for watching!
@@2carpros I just got quoted 2.6 hrs from the dealer (4WD). Labor's not the horrible part, the new box was at $801.47, taking the total price to $1162! Reman boxes available for a little over $200. I'll have to take a chance on a reman. Hopefully NAPA one is high quality reman.
hey what Size is the nut? info lite videos are a bane on yt. Also loosen the three bolts holding the steering box to the frame or you will go crazy trying to get access to that nut on the 4x4 model.
34mm
will a steering gear from a 96 Silverado for an 03?
they look the same
Where can you rent that specific Pittman arm puller? I got one from AutoZone but it doesn't fit around the steering gear male part.
Just buy it from Amazon and return it after you’re done.
Is the 99 Silverado the same way? It’s a 2wd as well
I just thought the pitman arm was a 4wd thing that’s why I’m asking
I would have liked t see all the bolts removed and put back in with the hang up
Exactly - they never do this in videos - or the most difficult part where some type of "cheater" is used is left out because it doesn't look good on video.
What size flared nut wrench is that?
How do u know the gear box is in the right position to make full turns left and right? Is ot a guess ? Thanks
mark it with nail polish by centering the wheel before you start.
@@ElectronicsWired what if my is completely stripped ??
We need a video on how to center the gearboxes, all gearboxes don’t come centered.
Is removing the clutch fan necessary to do this job? It shouldn’t be right? Looks like their is still plenty of room.
Probably to get better video
Make sure to turn steering wheel side to side to bleed the power steering system
Will the new steering box be stiff?
🙋Wanted to know if this same process could be used for the 2005 Hummer H2 SUT model?
It will be very similar as the H2 is built very closely to this platform. Thanks for watching!
I have a 2004 Chevy Silverado 1500 2wd and I still can’t find the steering gear box
Just follow the steering shaft from the firewall down, it will lead right to it. Thanks for watching Monica!
Thanks !
Great video, thank you!
My truck is real loud when I pick up speed on it hard to turn any help don’t wana replace all kinds of stuff
hey Guys I have a 2005 tahoe z71 model I recently changed the steering g gear box and now I have a warning light "Service Stability System" the place I had the job done is a ripoff place that didn't try to make it right by me by even checking it out. I took it to another guy and he said the light came on cause they started the car in the air on the scicorr lift. does anyone know what might be the issue and how can I fix it. I really don't want to go to the dealer. they are gonna charge me an arm and a leg lol. thanks for your help!
+kingofthe40oz I will give it a try thanks man
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Thanks, Ken
How will u know if this needs to be replaced??
The steering will lock up sometimes and get real hard at low speeds when turning sharp.
@@korndawggy1801 what about also sloppy steering play? I have quite a bit of play just keeping my truck going straight. I've already replaced the upper and lower intermediate shafts. I can see that the shaft is turning into the gear box but I don't see the pitman arm below turning when I twist the steering wheel to show the play.
Size of sockets and wrenches
Fairly useful video. However, tool sizes would be great. Plus, you missed a step in that repair video.
You forgot about bleeding. The steering gear box and the hydrobooster.
It self bleeds. Just keep an eye on it while you steer lock to lock. Then keep an eye on it for a few days. Thanks for watching!
Thank you!
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Will some one answer my question plz
Will the truck whine a lil after putting on a rebuilt steering box???
If there is air in the system maybe keep checking the fluid level. Thanks for watching!
When I replaced mine with a reconditioned p/s pump, it whined right up to the point where it failed 25k miles later. Replaced that one with an brand new unit, bleed it thoroughly & it no longer made noise.
Bottom line..., some parts need to be replaced with new and not reconditioned parts!
I've learned my lesson!
I’m having problems turning to the right only, please help what do i need to do?
Replace the box.
nice video... thanks for info!
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Did you have to lift the Tahoe?
Where can I buy the piece in between the gear box and Intermediate shaft
The pitman arm? Check out Rockauto.com Thanks for watching!
Will this affect the alignment?
It will not, thank you for watching!
YES I FOLLOWED THESE STEPS AND NOW MY TRUCK IS A WHOLE TURN OFF TO RT!
@@khoward21687 thats because you didnt center the steering box before installing.
@@gamecapturemoments1 it ended up being the wrong steering box. Lol thanks for the input tho.
Never let Grismer Automotive worm on a vehicle,tried to charge me 719.00..!!!! Got it done for 300.00 out the door.
So it is the same way on a 2000 Chevy suburban? The title says yes but in the video it says 2002 Tahoe.
Yes it is the same.
The name of toll to remove the pitman arm please
+Juan Carrizales Pitman Arm Puller. Advance Auto Parts has one in a tool kit that they rent you for free. Pay the deposit, pick up tools, return tools and be reimbursed for deposit
Juan Carrizales puller
Why remove the pitman arm?
Lava Complete pitman arm could be bad too. Why not just replace it and save the headache?
You have to put it on the new box. Duh.
is this the similar process to the 1997 style tahoes?
Yes it is the same process might look different because of the body style change but still uses the same steering assembly (A steering box instead of a rack and pinion). Please subscribe if you have not already.
What is the part number for the steering box?
I believe it is a ACDELCO 19330495 but you might want to double check fit for 2x4 vs 4x4. Thanks for watching!
Be nice if you said what size sockets you used
34 mm
@@dominicjohnson6828 and 21mm on the gearbox bolts.
thanks
Thanks for watching!
Why would one replace it...what are symptomsbof bad box?
Usually a tight steering wheel or grinding noise when turning. Thanks for watching!
@@2carpros thanks...i tried a changing power steering pump first since it leaked....ill do gear box next...thanks
The box leaks bad out of the bottom shaft that connects to the Pittman arm.
Remember kids always flush old fluid out or it will just damage the new box!!
Will changing my steering box help w the play in my steering wheel? And will this help w my alignment, I had one done but a couple days later it’s back to where it was before 😕 I have a 2002 Silverado 4x4
The process for an '03 GMC Yukon can't me much different, if it's different at all, right?
It should be the same. Thanks for watching!
@@2carpros And how did you make sure (or try) to get the pitman arm and new gear box in the same orientation so that straight ahead has the steering wheel crossbar at level?
so is this procces the same for a 1999 tahoe?
If not identical it will be very similar.
+2CarPros oK thanks
Pitman arm puller part num? Please
This one should work for you www.summitracing.com/parts/otc-8149?seid=srese1&gclid=CjwKCAiAgJWABhArEiwAmNVTB6kqjSxId97tbfy5-9rbHDlO6c3_dP0J6KYuF56oGm6nA3w8TpQuKBoCmZwQAvD_BwE
Thanks for watching!
Already did!! Thanks again!
Thanks. Car pros for. Your. Video. Give me a. Better way. To. Worck. On. My. Silverado 2006. Changing power stealing gearbox thanks ( flyboytr)
Thank you so much for watching!
You forgot to mention you removed the power steering pump first. This is misleading.
U dont have to remove it tho...u can do ut underneath
this guys voice.....
This 's so Fake. pitman arm with your fingers oh forgot and oily gloves. Cmon pitman arm torque is around 190ft/lb
It came off I'm not sure what you want me to say. Sometimes the fall off sometimes they are a bear. Thanks for watching!
God I can't listen to that voice
Thanks for watching!
Have you heard of the burger king foot lettuce guy?
What size is that pitman arm nut?
34 mm
Does the truck need to be on jack stands?
If you want to get underneath it yeah. Thanks for watching!
2CarPros thanks. My truck is lifted 13” so I’m good there. I didn’t know if the steering would buckle if it wasn’t on jack stands when everything was taken apart