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Genuine Nissan Frontier Idler Arm
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Nissan Frontier Arm Kit-Pitman
Part Number: 48502-2S485$167.61 MSRP: $236.73You Save: $69.12 (30%)Ships in 1-3 Business Days
Nissan Frontier Arm Kit-Pitman
Part Number: 48502-3S525$276.58 MSRP: $390.65You Save: $114.07 (30%)Ships in 1-3 Business Days
Nissan Frontier Idler Kit-Steering
Part Number: 48530-3S525$75.92 MSRP: $107.23You Save: $31.31 (30%)
Nissan Frontier Idler Arm
The Idler Arm of the Nissan Frontier supports the steering linkage by holding the passenger-side end of the center link at the correct height for accurate wheel control. This Idler Arm attaches to the frame or subframe and provides a pivoting point opposite the Pitman arm. This facilitates free movement of the center link while maintaining proper alignment. The Idler Arm is designed to help the driver's input on the steering wheel create predictable movement of the wheels. The Idler Arm connects the center link with the chassis as part of the conventional parallelogram steering system found on many Nissan Frontier models. Due to the constant nature of the pivot action, the component tends to wear out more than the Pitman arm, thus Nissan recommends periodic inspection. The Frontier Idler Arm, with a grease fitting, should receive routine lubrication of the housing and pivot to maintain efficiency. Fresh grease added at each oil change helps reduce friction and control play while also extending service life. The Idler Arm is responsible for maintaining the stability of the steering, and keeping it in good condition helps prolong the overall durability of the Nissan Frontier steering system.
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Nissan Frontier Idler Arm Parts Questions & Experts Answers
- Q: How to remove and install Idler Arm and Pitman Arm on Nissan Frontier?A:To remove the tie-rod end from the Steering Knuckle, first remove the cotter pin and then unscrew the inner tie-rod-to-relay rod nut. Use a puller or picklefork-type balljoint separator to free the ballstud from the relay rod. Take off the nut and detach the tie-rod from the relay rod. When installing tighten nut to torque specification and use new cotter pin. Raise car up and secure it with jackstand. Remove at inner ends of tie-rods from relay rod. Detach relay rod from Pitman arm and also idler arm. Installation is done in reverse order of removal process. Loosen right front wheel lug nuts and raise vehicle. Loosen but do not remove idler arm-to-relay rod nut. Use a two jaw puller or picklefork-type balljoint separator to separate idler arm from relay rod, remove nut and idler arm-to-frame nuts and bolts, position idler arm on frame, install bolts and nuts, connect relay rod to idler arm ballstud and install nut.RAISE CAR UP AND SECURE IT WITH JACKSTANDS.Remove cotter pin; loosen nut; detach relay rod from Pitman arm; remove Pitman arm nut and washer; use either pitman Arm Puller or Two Jaw Puller to take off Pitman Arm.INSTALLATION is the REVERSE OF REMOVAL.Ensure that marks on pitman arm already correspond with those on steering gear shaft.Tighten the nut to torque specification using a brand new cotter pin.
