Nissan 300ZX Pitman Arm Shaft Seal Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(68)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(68)

Pitman Arm Shaft Seal Replacement Service

How much does a Pitman Arm Shaft Seal Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Nissan 300ZX Pitman Arm Shaft Seal Replacement is $142 with $18 for parts and $123 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1988 Nissan 300ZXV6-3.0LService typePitman Arm Shaft Seal ReplacementEstimate$186.05Shop/Dealer Price$208.19 - $245.36
1986 Nissan 300ZXV6-3.0LService typePitman Arm Shaft Seal ReplacementEstimate$160.05Shop/Dealer Price$182.21 - $219.40
1996 Nissan 300ZXV6-3.0L TurboService typePitman Arm Shaft Seal ReplacementEstimate$160.05Shop/Dealer Price$182.21 - $219.40
1991 Nissan 300ZXV6-3.0L TurboService typePitman Arm Shaft Seal ReplacementEstimate$160.05Shop/Dealer Price$182.18 - $219.35
1985 Nissan 300ZXV6-3.0L TurboService typePitman Arm Shaft Seal ReplacementEstimate$160.05Shop/Dealer Price$182.23 - $219.43
1990 Nissan 300ZXV6-3.0LService typePitman Arm Shaft Seal ReplacementEstimate$160.05Shop/Dealer Price$182.21 - $219.40
1990 Nissan 300ZXV6-3.0L TurboService typePitman Arm Shaft Seal ReplacementEstimate$166.55Shop/Dealer Price$188.53 - $225.59
1992 Nissan 300ZXV6-3.0L TurboService typePitman Arm Shaft Seal ReplacementEstimate$166.55Shop/Dealer Price$189.02 - $226.44
Show example Nissan 300ZX Pitman Arm Shaft Seal Replacement prices

What is the Pitman Arm Shaft Seal all about?

In order to transmit direction from the steering wheel to the vehicle’s wheels and tires, a complex network of interconnected components is used. The steering wheel connects to two different steering shafts, which connect to the gearbox. The pitman arm connects to the other side of the gearbox, and is responsible for helping to move the wheel in the desired direction.

The pitman arm shaft seal essentially serves the same purpose as the steering shaft seal – it prevents power steering fluid from exiting the gearbox. It is protected by a dust cover, which helps to ensure that dirt and dust don’t compromise the interior seal. Both are held in place by snap rings.

Replacing a pitman arm shaft seal is a little simpler than replacing a steering shaft input seal, and it can be done without removing the gearbox. With that being said, the pitman arm does need to be disconnected and moved out of the way, and there is a significant amount of teardown needed. Have one of our expert mechanics replace the pitman arm shaft seal if required.

Keep in mind:

  • The pitman arm shaft seal should be inspected during normal suspension repairs and wheel alignments.
  • The seal can be inspected if a problem is noticed – a visual inspection from under the vehicle is possible if car is placed on a lift.
  • Like all other seals on your vehicle, pitman arm shaft seals will eventually need to be replaced due to wear and tear.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle's front wheels are put straight and the vehicle is lifted and supported on jack stands
  • The defective steering pitman arm shaft seal is removed
  • The new steering pitman arm shaft seal is installed
  • The vehicle is removed from jack stands
  • The vehicle is started and checked for steering operation

Our recommendation:

Without a reliable pitman arm shaft seal, dirt and dust can enter the gearbox, and power steering fluid can leak out. Power steering fluid is both corrosive and flammable, and low fluid levels can damage your steering system. If you suspect you have a leaking seal, we recommend having it diagnosed by one of our expert mechanics.

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

  • Low power steering fluid in the reservoir (indicative of a leak at some point in the system)
  • Power steering fluid on the ground behind one of the front tires

How important is this service?

Having your pitman arm shaft seal replaced is important for maintaining the health and functionality of your system overall. If you have noticed low fluid, or fluid leaks on the ground below the pitman arm, we recommend having one of our expert mechanics diagnose the issue and then repair the system.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Nissan mechanics

Real customer reviews from Nissan owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(68)

Rating Summary
62
2
0
0
4
62
2
0
0
4

Abdul

11 years of experience
419 reviews
Abdul
11 years of experience
Nissan 300ZX V6-3.0L - Car is not starting - Atlanta, Georgia
Arrived earlier than appointment time. Very courteous and found the problem after some tedious electrical diagnostic testing. Will highly recommend!

Damian

11 years of experience
430 reviews
Damian
11 years of experience
Nissan 300ZX V6-3.0L - Brake Light Switch - Cocoa, Florida
Nice guy, professional

Sebastian

5 years of experience
115 reviews
Sebastian
5 years of experience
Nissan 300ZX V6-3.0L - Car is not starting - West Palm Beach, Florida
Sebastian was professional and provided excellent service. He was thorough and went step by step until he found the problem with my vehicle.

Bacle

17 years of experience
60 reviews
Bacle
17 years of experience
Nissan 300ZX V6-3.0L - Parking / Emergency Brake does not work - Santa Clara, California

Excellent Rating

(68)

Rating Summary
62
2
0
0
4
62
2
0
0
4
Number of Nissan 300ZX services completed
748+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Nissan MECHANICS
1500+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How Long Does an Oil Cooler Hose (Automatic Transmission) Last?
Keeping Keeping all of the fluids in a car at the right temperature is very important. Having too much heat in the engine can cause a lot of damage. The various parts of the cooling system help to regulate the...
How Long Does an Oil Filter Housing Gasket Last?
Oil Oil is one of the most important parts of any engine due to the lubrication that it can provide. The internal parts of the engine need a lot of lubrication in order to stay working as they are supposed...
How to Get Out of Your Old Car and Into a New Car
There are a number of reasons that someone might have to want to get out of their car loan (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-get-the-best-apr-on-a-car-loan_2). Maybe their credit score (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-get-a-car-loan-when-you-have-bad-credit) was bad when they first got the loan, but then it improved over time. Maybe...

What does the Airbag Readiness Light mean?

The Airbag Readiness Light gives you information about the function of the airbags in your vehicle. If something is wrong with the airbags, this light will indicate when there is a problem that needs to be addressed. Since airbags are...

Vehicle whining after belt replacement

Hi there. I would suspect another pulley that the serpentine belt drives has a dry/loose bearing. Have a certified mechanic, like ones from YourMechanic, inspect the noise (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/loud-squealing-or-squeaking-is-coming-from-timing-belt-inspection) and check each pulley for play.

AWD light stays on and I just had all 4 tires changed by a mechanic.

Hi there. The AWD light is coming on for the sensors on the wheels are picking up different tire rotational speeds. If you are putting on used tires and not new tires, then you will need to check the tire...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com