Steering Tie Rod (Bearcat/F-Series/T-Series/Z1) - Arctic Cat Sno Pro 120 2011 Service Manual

1. Place the steering tie rod into position on the upper
arm of the steering shaft. Secure with the cap screw
(coated with green Loctite #609), washer, and new
lock nut. Tighten the lock nut to 30 ft-lb.
2. Place the steering tie rod into position on the steering
post. Secure with the cap screw coated with green
Loctite #609 and new lock nut. Tighten new lock nut
to 30 ft-lb.
Steering Tie Rod (Bearcat/
F-Series/T-Series/Z1)
REMOVING
1. On the Bearcat 570/F-Series/T-Series, remove the
springs securing the expansion chamber; then
remove the expansion chamber from the engine com-
partment. Account for the two gaskets and the rubber
exhaust bumper.
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2. On the Z1, remove the hood; then remove the
exhaust springs securing the exhaust pipe to the
mounting tab and exhaust manifold. Move the
exhaust pipe out of the way to gain access to the
close-off cover.
 NOTE: On the turbo models, loosen the intercooler
hose clamps at the intake pipe and the turbocharger;
then carefully work the intercooler upward until it
releases from the rubber grommets.
3. On the Z1, remove the two cap screws (A) securing
the close-off cover to the front end; then remove the
cover and account for the exhaust pipe mounting tab
(B) from the right-side cap screw.
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4. Remove and discard the lock nut securing the steer-
ing tie rod to the steering post; then remove the cap
screw and lock nut securing the left-side inner tie rod
and steering tie rod to the drag link. Discard the lock
nut.
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INSPECTING
 NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is nec-
essary.
1. Inspect the ball joints for damaged threads or wear.
2. Inspect the tie rod for damage, unusual bends, or
wear.
INSTALLING
1. Thread the jam nuts onto the ball joints; then equally
thread the ball joints onto the steering tie rod.
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