Arctic Cat 2016 Wildcat Sport Service Manual page 27

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3. Remove the push pins securing the rubber boot to the
splash panel.
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4. Remove the lower cap screw and discard the lock nut
securing the steering shaft to the rack and pinion.
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5. Remove the steering shaft through the splash panel.
6. Remove the snap ring. Account for the two washers.
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7. Slide the tilt assembly out of the steering shaft.
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NOTE: Only the tilt assembly is a serviceable item.
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If the shaft is damaged, it must be replaced.
INSPECTING STEERING SHAFT
1. Check the splines for wear or signs of twisting.
2. Check the U-joints for any clicking or binding. If
present, the shaft must be replaced.
3. Check the tilt assembly for cracks or broken welds.
INSTALLING STEERING SHAFT
1. Slide the steering shaft through the splash panel.
With both white lines on the rack and pinion aligned
with the gap in the lower knuckle on the steering
shaft, slide the steering shaft onto the splines.
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2. Using the existing cap screw and new lock nut,
secure the steering shaft to the rack and pinion
assembly. Tighten to 25 ft-lb.
3. Install the tilt assembly onto the steering shaft and
secure it with new cap screws and lock nuts. Tighten
to 20 ft-lb.