1997 Dodge Ram steering gear leaks

1997 DODGE RAM
99,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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KENDEPIN
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My steering gear assy. is leaking fluid from where the pitman arm connects to. does this mean my steering gear is in need of replacement or could it just be a seal?
Mar 15, 2008 at 2:41 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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I ve always replaced it as a unit but i belive you can buy a seal kit
Mar 15, 2008 at 3:00 PM
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MERLIN2021
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You can try replacing the sector shaft seal, use the entire kit...comes with new seals and metal spacers...remove the pitman arm, I suggest using the tool designed for it, then remove the snap ring, then place a bucket under the shaft and start the truck, if the seals dont' blow right out turn the wheel to a stop briefly, dont keep it forced over, and don't run it after the seals are out...have a friend help while someone watches, keep face out of the area, major hydraulic pressue and serious injury will result!
Mar 15, 2008 at 3:03 PM
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