How to Replace Idler Arm & Idler Arm Mounting Bracket 1988-02 GMC Sierra 1500

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If your steering is feeling clunky, but you checked your tie rods and other outer components, consider the idler arm! This part that connects the steering shaft to the steering linkages can wear out and get loose or clunky too! This video shows you how to install a new idler arm. And, if you have to replace the idler arm in your vehicle, odds are, you’ll need to replace the bracket too. Best to get them both done at the same time! This video shows you how to install a new idler arm and bracket in your 1988-2002 GMC K1500.
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This repair was done on a 1995 GMC K1500 Sierra SLE 5.7L Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door 4WD and the process should be similar on the following vehicles:
1988 GMC K1500
1989 GMC K1500
1990 GMC K1500
1991 GMC K1500
1992 GMC K1500
1993 GMC K1500
1994 GMC K1500
1995 GMC K1500
1996 GMC K1500
1997 GMC K1500
1998 GMC K1500
1999 GMC K1500
Tools you will need:
• 24mm Wrench
• 15mm Socket 1aau.to/oaGz/1AXAA00015
• 18mm Socket 1aau.to/oQ3/1AXAA00043
• 22mm Socket 1aau.to/oh9/1AXAA00266
• Pickle Fork
• Straight Cutters
• Ratchet 1aau.to/oaSH/1AXAA00016
• Socket Driver
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/oaGz/1AXAA00015
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/o7z/1AXAA00044
• Rust Penetrant
• Floor Jack 1aau.to/oHo/1AXAA00068
• Jack Stands 1aau.to/oEY/1AXAA00065
• Wheel Chocks
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[@christianguzman8228]

1988-1992 Do not have an idler arm like this. They also have different power steering and brake systems.

[@Jim-tz9lj]

According to A-1Auto's own website, the part they show in the video and that they link to is not the right part for the 92 pickup. This guy is doing an '89. Should be the same on an '89-'92. ua-cam.com/video/FiO7ixGAbPM/v-deo.html&ab_channel=Seal-N-ShineDetailing

[@jamesmckay6857]

Good video

[@garrettknight8550]

My only problem is I really need a pickle fork I have tried everything from ball joint puller‘s to tire rod pullers none of those pullers work you have got to have a pickle fork. I got one coming in the mail now but I don’t have an air hammer soo I’m gonna have to do some swinging with the sledgehammer

[@ge0ne063]

Is the bracket necessary to replace ??

[@hectormedina4158]

Does the new idler arm bracket come with grease or did u have to add some grease to it tia

[@chetwheeler1422]

great video right to the point just watt i like

[@adolfoharo2304]

At minute 1:56 what is the torque spec for that nut to the bracket?

[@alainouellette3735]

74 lb-ft

[@jasoncampbell2859]

Is the idler arm and bracket located on the passenger side of the truck?

[@TRQ]

+Jason Campbell generally the idler arm is attached between the opposite side of the center link and pitman arm and the frame.

[@thewisecracker-rq1pu]

Great video! But first, save a ton of money, build a large garage, install vehicle lift then proceed to this video...

[@paulpayne4305]

He didn't install the lube hose or even the grease zerk.

[@alainouellette3735]

To the frame it's not 40 lb-ft it is 74 lb-ft

[@brianfeeney1061]

This guy lost 2 bolts in the frame. 😡 hours I’ve wasted on this job 🤣

[@jaredcissell1454]

Are we not gonna talk about this rusty excuse for a gmt800? Where did that thing live its life? The dead sea?🎉

[@NFSINSANE]

The 2wd trucks are terrible they have a frame bulge that doesn't allow you to pull the arms without removing the stupid idler bracket. I would assume it's either stupidity or something to do with steering protecting during a crash.