Arctic Cat 2015 400 Service Manual page 26

8. Tap the ball joint end out of the knuckle; then
remove the knuckle.
9. Remove the snap ring from the knuckle; then remove
the bearing.
CAUTION
Use extreme care when removing the bearing. If the
bearing is allowed to fall, it will be damaged and will
have to be replaced.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean all knuckle components.
2. Inspect the bearing for pits, gouges, rusting, or pre-
mature wear.
3. Inspect the knuckle for cracks, breaks, or porosity.
4. Inspect threads for stripping or damage.
ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING
1. Install the bearing; then install the snap ring making
sure it seats into the knuckle.
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2. Install the knuckle to the upper and lower ball joints
and secure with the two cap screws. Tighten to 35
ft-lb.
PR287A
3. Install the tie rod end and secure with the nut.
PR288
Tighten to 30 ft-lb; then install a new cotter pin and
spread the pin.
 NOTE: During assembling, new cotter pins should
be installed.
4. Apply a small amount of grease to the hub splines.
5. Install the hub assembly onto the splines of the shaft.
6. Secure the hub assembly with the nut. Tighten only
until snug.
7. Secure the brake caliper to the knuckle with the
"patch-lock" cap screws. Tighten to 20 ft-lb.
PR287A
KC313A
KC305