1998 Ford Crown Victoria Pitman Arm Installation

1998 FORD CROWN VICTORIA
160,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BRIA612
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We can not get the pitman arm the pop back into place, even with the pitman arm puller. Any tips or advice on how to get it back into it's right spot?
Oct 15, 2009 at 8:52 PM
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WAY2OLD
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Are you sure you have the correct pittman arm? Ford has more than 1 keyed slots on the steering box. Make sure the blind splines will match to the steering gear. If they match, it should slide on and pull up as the nut is tightened.
Oct 17, 2009 at 1:38 PM
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