{"product_id":"dorman-541-394-steering-pitman-arm","title":"Dorman 541-394 Steering Pitman Arm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-394 Steering Pitman Arm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-394 is a steel steering pitman arm built as a direct replacement for the original component on select Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac trucks and SUVs. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable steering linkage performance on applications such as the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and Cadillac Escalade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a black E-coated finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36-spline design with a 130 mm length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased and greaseable for serviceable operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut, cotter pin, grease fitting, and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal bearing type with casting\/forged control arm construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14 mm thread size and 14 mm center link end attachment diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard ride height replacement for select GM steering systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering pitman arm transfers motion from the steering gear to the center link, making it a critical part of steering response and front-end control. Dorman 541-394 is engineered for specific GM platforms that use a 4-groove pitman arm, including 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2001-2006 GMC Sierra 3500, and 2000-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe applications. The steel body, E-coated finish, and greaseable design support long-term serviceability in daily-driven trucks and SUVs. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6536 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or delayed steering response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear at the pitman arm spline or center link connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering noise caused by worn linkage components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end wandering on high-mileage GM trucks and SUVs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify spline count, steering shaft diameter, and the 4-groove pitman arm configuration before installation. This part is listed for select 1999-2008 Chevrolet and GMC models, including Chevrolet Express 2500, GMC Savana 3500, and 2007 Silverado 1500 Classic applications. Use the included castle nut and cotter pin during installation, and confirm proper torque specifications from the vehicle service manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this replacement pitman arm to match the original part on specific vehicles and subjects it to testing for fit and function. The part number 541-394 is built for direct replacement use on confirmed applications, including Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra steering systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52768347783349,"sku":"BKKY-541-394","price":61.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541394_Fro.jpg?v=1783315109","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-394-steering-pitman-arm","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}