Arctic Cat ROV 2013 Service Manual page 141

9. Install the cap screw in the intermediate shaft coupler
and tighten to 31 ft-lb; then tighten the cap screw
(from step 6) to 11 ft-lb.
10. Install the front storage box; then install the dash and
connect the two electrical connectors. Secure with
sheet metal screws and tighten securely. Do not over-
tighten.
11. Install the steering housing boot; then install the boot
support and secure with two machine screws.
12. Install the steering wheel; then apply a drop of red
Loctite #271 to the threads of the castle nut. Secure
the steering wheel and tighten to 25 ft-lb. Install the
lock clip and cover.
REMOVING TIE RODS
1. Remove the steering rack assembly (see Steering
Assembly in this section).
2. Support the steering rack assembly in a suitable
holding fixture or bench vise; then cut the securing
band and slide the boot toward the outer tie rod end.
3. Using a punch or chisel, bend the lock washer away
from the flats on the tie rod joint.
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4. Using an appropriate crow-foot and backing wrench,
remove the tie rod assembly.
NOTE: Tie rods come as a complete assembly.
No further disassembly is required.
5. Remove and discard the lock washer.
INSTALLING TIE RODS
1. Remove the tie rod end and lock nut from the tie rod;
then install the tie rod boot onto the tie rod.
2. Install the tie rod lock nut and tie rod end.
3. Coat the tie rod joint threads with red Loctite #271;
then with a new lock washer, thread the tie rod into
the rack.
PR765A
4. While holding the rack shaft with a wrench, tighten
the tie rod joint to 37 ft-lb using an appropriate crow-
foot.
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PR781