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Pitman Arm Replacement Service

How much does a Pitman Arm Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Ford Probe Pitman Arm Replacement is $202 with $107 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1995 Ford ProbeL4-2.0LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$329.95Shop/Dealer Price$393.69 - $562.41
1997 Ford ProbeL4-2.0LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$309.95Shop/Dealer Price$373.71 - $542.44
1996 Ford ProbeV6-2.5LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$309.95Shop/Dealer Price$373.71 - $542.44
1991 Ford ProbeV6-3.0LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$472.83Shop/Dealer Price$577.29 - $868.16
1990 Ford ProbeL4-2.2LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$309.95Shop/Dealer Price$373.72 - $542.47
1993 Ford ProbeV6-2.5LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$309.95Shop/Dealer Price$373.71 - $542.44
1991 Ford ProbeL4-2.2L TurboService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$314.95Shop/Dealer Price$378.57 - $547.20
1989 Ford ProbeL4-2.2LService typePitman Arm ReplacementEstimate$314.95Shop/Dealer Price$378.94 - $547.86
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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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AARON
2021 years of experience
Ford Probe L4-2.0L - Oxygen Sensor Replacement (Front/Upper/Upstream) - Sacramento, California
After Aaron reviewed by engine turn off issue when stopped idling, he inspected the car and then suggested oxygen sensor and spark plug replacement. Ok, great. Being a very old car, I probably would have been ok with a lot more. After Aaron completed the work I drove the car for about an hour, including 30+ stops in traffic downtown and it was great: engine sounded better idling ... acceleration from stop was like a turbo boost was added. I was having deja vu from when my car was new. Thanks Aaron. First mechanic in a long while to get my car that much in tune.

Torrieanto

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Torrieanto
12 years of experience
Ford Probe L4-2.2L Turbo - Clutch Master Cylinder - Tampa, Florida
Torrieanto, was very good. My only issue was he was delayed getting here. After driving the car, the clutch still has some play in it. Don't think it is his fault, the line probably just needs to be bled some more. If possible I would like to speak with Torrieanto to address the issue.

Torrieanto

12 years of experience
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Torrieanto
12 years of experience
Ford Probe L4-2.2L Turbo - Clutch is not working - Tampa, Florida
Great guy, great mechanic.

Raymond

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407 reviews
Raymond
37 years of experience
Ford Probe V6-2.5L - Alternator - Las Vegas, Nevada
Arrived on time and quickly swapped out the part. Excellent work.

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