Arctic Cat 2015 ZR 5000 Service Manual page 17

7. Remove the two machine screws and nuts securing
the front and rear steering supports around the steer-
ing post.
8. Remove the two torx-head screws and nuts securing
the top of steering post to the chassis. Account for
both steering post blocks and retaining plate.
9. Remove both cap screws and flat washers securing
the front steering support to the chassis. Remove the
support.
SNO-1025
10. Remove the steering post.
INSPECTING
1. Inspect all welded areas for cracks or deterioration.
2. Inspect the steering post and steering-post retaining
plate for cracks, bends, or wear.
3. Inspect the adjuster caps and mounting block for
cracks or wear.
INSTALLING (Standard)
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.
SNO-817
2. Secure the tie rod assembly to the steering post using
a new M10 nut. Be sure to align the tie rod ball
joint alignment tab with the steering post. Tighten
to 35 ft-lb.
SNO-1027A
3. Secure the right-side steering boot to the chassis
using the existing push rivets.
SNO-1026A
SNO-2218
SNO-2219
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