Steering and Body This section has been organized into sub-sections for servicing steering and body components; however, some components may vary from model to model. The technician should use discretion and sound judgment when removing and installing components. NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively, cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is necessary. SPECIAL TOOLS
A number of special tools must be available to the technician when servicing the steering and body systems. Description
SNO-763
6. Remove the nut (A) securing the bottom of the existing steering post to the steering stop bracket; then remove the nut (B) securing the steering tie rod assembly to the steering post. Discard both nuts.
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Handlebar Stand
5639-152
Steering Post Stand
5639-946
NOTE: Special tools are available from the Arctic Cat Service Parts Department.
Steering Post (ZR/XF/Pantera/Norseman) REMOVING
1. Rotate the two quarter turns to the vertical position; then pull the top of the side panel out and up and off the skid plate. 2. Remove the Torx screw securing the front of the hood to the chassis; then loosen the two quarter turns securing the hood.
SNO-2221A
7. Remove the cap screws and handlebar caps securing the handlebar to the top of the handlebar riser; then remove the two nuts securing the top of steering post to the chassis. Account for both steering post blocks and retaining plate.
SNO-357 0752-484
3. Disconnect the hood harness and remove the hood. 4. Disconnect the exhaust temperature sensor from the main harness; then remove all springs securing the expansion chamber. Remove the expansion chamber. 5. Remove the push rivets securing the right-side steering boot to the chassis. This allows access to the two nuts securing the bottom of the steering post.
8. Carefully remove the steering post from the snowmobile. INSTALLING
1. Install steering post into position and secure to the steering stop bracket with a new M10 nut. Be sure to align the steering post ball joint alignment tab with the steering stop bracket. Tighten to 43 ft-lb.
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