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How much does a Pitman Arm Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Dodge Caravan Pitman Arm Replacement is $264 with $169 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1994 Dodge CaravanV6-3.0LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$492.83Shop/Dealer Price$597.29 - $888.17
1988 Dodge CaravanV6-3.0LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$472.83Shop/Dealer Price$577.31 - $868.20
2006 Dodge CaravanV6-3.3LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$433.43Shop/Dealer Price$528.06 - $789.40
1997 Dodge CaravanV6-3.3LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$433.43Shop/Dealer Price$528.04 - $789.36
1989 Dodge CaravanL4-2.5L TurboService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$433.43Shop/Dealer Price$528.07 - $789.43
2007 Dodge CaravanL4-2.4LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$442.39Shop/Dealer Price$539.26 - $807.32
1997 Dodge CaravanElectricService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$438.43Shop/Dealer Price$532.92 - $794.16
1990 Dodge CaravanV6-3.0LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$477.83Shop/Dealer Price$582.54 - $873.62
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What is the Pitman Arm all about?

Not the sexiest of all automotive parts, the Pitman Arm, named after railroad engineer George Pitman, is tasked with steering your car. The Pitman takes the circular motion generated by the sector shaft and converts it so that it can be used to turn the wheels. The Pitman arm, supported by the sector arm, is attached directly to the steering gearbox.

Keep in mind:

  • The Pitman Arm is robust. With proper maintenance, it will last the entire lifetime of your car.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle is raised, secured on jack stands and the front tire removed
  • The defective pitman arm is removed
  • The new pitman arm is installed with a new nut
  • The tire is installed and the vehicle is lowered off of the jack stands
  • The vehicle is road tested for proper steering operation

Our recommendation:

The Pitman Arm needs regular maintenance. If it receives that maintenance, it will easily last the life of your car. However, if you fail to give it regular maintenance, you will find that between 30,000 and 50,000 miles, your car's steering will falter. To prevent this, vehicle owners should have their Pitman Arm inspected regularly. A six-month inspection of the steering gear is more than adequate for most driving. However, if you drive in rough, rocky, off-road or other harsh conditions, the Pitman Arm will deteriorate quickly. It is wise to have it inspected, and replaced, if need be, on a three-month basis if this is the case. This may seem drastic, but remember that if your car's front wheels are taking a pounding, the Pitman Arm, as it sits on the steering gearbox, does too.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Pitman Arm?

  • Excessive play in the steering
  • Irregular or slipping steering
  • Inexact steering or wandering

How important is this service?

If you fail to follow the service recommendations in your owner's manual, you run the very real risk of losing steering control due to Pitman Arm failure. When the Pitman Arm fails, there is no longer a connection between the sector shaft and the wheels. When that direct connection is lost, you lose the ability to steer, which can result in dangerous consequences.

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Nathan

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Nathan
29 years of experience
Dodge Caravan V6-3.3L - Car is overheating - Sapulpa, Oklahoma
This is my third time having nathan work on my van. As usual fixed it up in no time while giving me tips the whole time for diy projects. I highly recommend his professionalism, knowledge and overall great experience he has to share.

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11 years of experience
Dodge Caravan V6-3.3L - Window Regulator Replacement (Driver Side Front) - Shawnee Mission, Kansas
Andrew is knowledgeable about cars! He fixed my car door window, aka Window "regulator" quickly, showing me the parts that had snapped off. He phoned in advance to introduce himself and answered about 15 questions while he drove to my home to perform the work. Andrew had the parts with him--from a reputable vendor. I will request him personally in the future for everything they can do in the driveway--without a lift. This service, YourMechanic.com is the wave of the future. Remarkably more convenient--at home or work. Andrew is honest--and loyal--does not try to move new customers off platform. And I love it when someone knows their limits...and admits it! At the end of the one hour service (30 minutes faster than predicted) he went across the street to briefly see my neighbor's car windows. And when he saw the issue with sunblock film, he said, "I've done it but I'm not good at that--so I would not take that job." Price? Andrew and YourMechanic beat two other bids, and beat it "bigly"! They charged $171, compared to the Dodge dealer that quoted $450! And my usual oil change place refused to say, wanted me to get a ride to drop off my Caravan the night before, and wonder, and then have to get another ride back to collect the car IF they quoted a price I would pay. So this is definitely worth checking out. You can ask questions and further describe the funny noises or symptoms up front. And as long as you do that within 3 hours of booking (with your credit card), you may cancel without a $30 penalty. That gave me time to check some other prices.

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16 years of experience
Dodge Caravan V6-3.3L - Window Motor / Regulator Assembly Replacement (Passenger Side Front) - Bowie, Maryland
I was very pleased with the service I received from Mr. Wharam. He arrived at my home on time, was professional and personable; but most of all was very knowledgeable and skilled in performing the service at hand. I would definitely use Mr. Wharam for future auto service needs.

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Chris
22 years of experience
Dodge Caravan L4-2.4L - Smoke from engine or exhaust - Orange, California
very very good job

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