Steering Post Installation - Polaris 2009 Sportsman XP 850 Service Manual

STEERING / SUSPENSION
6. Remove the (2) bolts retaining the lower steering post
bracket to the front gearcase.
Remove
7. Remove the (2) fasteners retaining the upper steering post
bushing bracket.
8. Lift the steering post assembly up from the front gearcase
and carefully remove it from the chassis.
10.4
Remove

Steering Post Installation

1. Reverse the "Steering Post Removal" procedure to
reinstall the steering post. Refer to the "Steering Exploded
View" for torque values.
NOTE: Make sure to route all vent lines, wire
harness and throttle cable correctly into the lower
headlight pod.
2. When installing the headlight into the lower pod, be sure
to install the O-rings prior to installing the headlight.
3. Place the headlight into the lower pod mounting tabs and
press firmly until the headlight snaps into place.
4. Lift the O-ring up and over the headlight mounting tab to
secure it.
Adjuster
5. Reinstall the adjustment screw and be sure to adjust the
upper headlight after reassembly.
NOTE: Refer to Chapter 9 when reassembling the
upper and lower headlight pods.
O-Ring