Arctic Cat 2015 ZR 5000 Service Manual page 21

2. Remove the nyloc nuts securing the steering tie rod
ends to the spindle arms. Account for the washers
and discard both nuts.
3. Slide the steering tie rod out of the steering boot and
out of the snowmobile.
4. Remove the screw and lock nut securing the steering
tie rod end to the steering arm. Discard the nut.
5. Remove the lock nut securing the steering tie rod to
the steering post. Discard the nut.
SNO-349
 NOTE: At this point if the technician's objective is to
remove the steering arm, the reinforcement bracket
will need to be removed by drilling out the appropri-
ate rivets.
6. Remove all torx-head screws securing the front skid
plate to the chassis; then remove the cap screw and
nut securing the steering arm to the chassis. Account
for two washers and two bushings.
SNO-353
INSPECTING
1. Inspect the ball joints for damaged threads or wear.
2. Inspect the tie rod for damage, unusual bends, or
wear.
INSTALLING
1. Secure steering arm into position and secure using
the existing cap screw, flat washers, and nut. Tighten
to 96 in.-lb.
SNO-350
SNO-351
SNO-225A
SNO-225A
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