Technician A says when removing the pitman arm from the pitman shaft, mark this arm in relation to the shaft. Technician B says to use a hammer and punch to remove the pitman arm from the pitman shaft. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct. It is important to mark the pitman arm in relation to the shaft to ensure proper alignment during reinstallation. Using a hammer and punch to remove the pitman arm can cause damage to the components and is not recommended. A pitman arm puller should be used instead.

Technician a Says When Removing the Pitman Arm from the Pitman