Arctic Cat VLX 70002017 Service Manual page 22

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10. Remove two cap screws securing the lower steering
post bearing flange to the frame; then remove the
steering post.
AL600D
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean and inspect the pivot area for wear. Apply a
low-temperature grease to the ends.
! WARNING
Always wear safety glasses when using compressed
air.
2. Inspect the tie rods for damaged threads or wear.
3. Inspect the tie rods for cracks or unusual bends.
4. Inspect all welded areas for cracks or deterioration.
5. Inspect the steering post and steering-post brackets
for cracks, bends, or wear.
6. Inspect the bearing halves, bearing caps, and bearing
housings for cracks or wear.
7. Inspect the handlebar tube for cracks, wear, or
unusual bends.
8. Inspect the handlebar grips for damage or wear.
INSTALLING
1. Place the steering post into position; then secure the
lower bearing flange to the frame with two cap
screws. Tighten to 20 ft-lb.
AL600D
2. Place the upper steering post mounting blocks into
position; then insert the two shoulder screws through
the frame and thread them into the steering post
mounting bracket. Tighten to 20 ft-lb.
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3. Install the tie rods and secure with the slotted nuts.
Tighten to 30 ft-lb; then install new cotter pins.
NOTE: If the slots do not align with the holes in the
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tie rod ends, tighten the nuts just enough to allow
installation of the cotter pins.
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4. Install the front wheels using a crisscross pattern,
tighten the wheel nuts in 20 ft-lb increments to a final
torque of 40 ft-lb (steel wheel), 60 ft-lb (aluminum
wheel w/black nuts), or 80 ft-lb (aluminum wheel
w/chrome nuts).
5. Lower the ATV and place the handlebar and caps
into position on the steering post; then position the
bracket on top of the caps and secure with the four
cap screws. Tighten securely.
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