Carry steering input from the steering gear to the linkage with the Dorman - OE Solutions Pitman Arm PA6654RD, a rugged-duty arm built to maximize load absorption and durability for hard-working vehicles. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 1999-2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 2001-2006 GMC Sierra 1500, as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list and engine details.
A steering pitman arm connects the steering gear's output shaft to the steering linkage. It turns the gear's rotation into the side-to-side motion that steers the wheels. Dorman gives this one these features:
- Rugged-duty construction: built with features to maximize absorption and durability for hard-working vehicles.
- Superior ball stud: a hardened ArmourGrade stud with a large, highly polished ball.
- Greaseable integrated bearing: a serviceable IntegraFit bearing that comes pre-loaded with I.C.E. synthetic grease.
- Premium corrosion resistance: a WeatherShield external coating helps the arm resist corrosion.
Signs that a pitman arm may need replacing include extra play in the steering wheel, loose or wandering steering, and clunking when turning. Diagnose the steering system first. If a worn pitman arm is the cause, PA6654RD replaces it. Inspect the rest of the steering linkage during the job.
Interchange: TA2409 · TA5730 · 12479051 · 19168473 · 19434290 · 85603333 · 85819774 · K6654 · K6654HD · TXMS509112 · JPA106 · JPA160
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
TA2409, TA5730, 12479051, 19168473, 19434290, 85603333, 85819774, K6654, K6654HD, TXMS509112, JPA106, JPA160
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PA6654RD the right pitman arm for a 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
It is listed for the 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. It is also listed for the 1999-2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and the 2001-2006 GMC Sierra 1500. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your exact vehicle.
What does a pitman arm do?
It links the steering gear's output shaft to the steering linkage. It converts the gear's rotation into the side-to-side motion that turns the wheels.
Can the bearing on this pitman arm be greased?
Yes. The IntegraFit integrated bearing is greaseable and serviceable, and it comes pre-loaded with I.C.E. synthetic grease.
How is this pitman arm protected against corrosion?
It has a WeatherShield external coating that is designed to resist corrosion.
What are signs a pitman arm may be worn?
Extra play in the steering wheel, loose or wandering steering, and clunking when turning may indicate a worn pitman arm. Diagnose the steering system to confirm the cause before you replace parts.
