Arctic Cat Pantera 3000 Service Manual page 18

SNO-2221A
6. Remove the torx-head screws and handlebar caps
securing the handlebar to the top of the handlebar
riser.
SNO-1025
7. Remove the two machine screws and nuts securing
the front and rear steering supports around the steer-
ing post.
SNO-817
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.
SNO-1027A
9. Remove both cap screws and flat washers securing
the front steering support to the chassis. Remove the
support.
SNO-1026A
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-2218
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