Arctic Cat 2013 Prowler XT Service Manual page 214

INSPECTING
 NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is nec-
essary.
1. Inspect the tie rod ends for damaged threads, torn
boots, or excessive wear.
2. Inspect the tie rods for bends or deformation.
3. Inspect the rack and pinion-to-tie rod boots for tears
or deterioration.
4. Check boot clamps for security.
5. Check that the rack and pinion assembly operates
smoothly with no binding from full-left to full-right
position.
6. Inspect for grease seepage from the rack and pinion
assembly.
 NOTE: The steering assembly (rack and pinion) is
not repairable and must be replaced as an assembly;
however, the tie rods and boots are replaceable.
REPLACING TIE RODS/BOOTS
1. Secure the rack and pinion assembly in a vise or
other suitable holding fixture; then remove the tie
rod end, jam nut, and rack boot.
2. Slide the steering stopper (A) away from the inner tie
rod end (B); then hold the rack (C) with a pipe
wrench and remove the inner tie rod end from the
rack.
PR305
3. Clean all Loctite from the threads in the rack and if
the tie rod is to be reused, clean the tie rod threads
also.
4. Coat the thread with red Loctite #271; then install the
tie rod into the rack and using an appropriate
crow-foot, tighten to 52 ft-lb.
PR307
PR523A
PR526A
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PR527
PR519
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