Tie Rods (120 Cc Model) - Arctic Cat 660 cc Service Manual

INSPECTING
NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.
1. Inspect the entire drag link (especially in the areas
where the ball joints attach) for any signs of
cracks, wear, or damage.
2. Inspect the bearings, inserts, and axles for wear or
damage.
INSTALLING
KEY
1. Drag Link
2. Bearing
3. Steering Arm
Assy
4. Insert
5. Idler Arm
6. Cap Screw
7. Lock Nut
1. Place the drag link in a vise; then secure the tie rod
to the drag link with cap screws, washers, and
lock nuts (threads coated with green Loctite #609).
Tighten to 2.8 kg-m (20 ft-lb).
2. Slide the drag link in from the side of the snowmo-
bile from which the steering boot was removed;
then carefully slide the boot over the tie rod end.
NOTE: Applying soapy water to the steering
boot will aid in sliding the boot over the tie rod
end.
3. Secure the drag link to the steering and idler arms
with cap screws (coated with green Loctite #609),
washers, bearing axles, and lock nuts. Tighten to
4.2 kg-m (30 ft-lb).
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8. Cap Screw 16. Ball Joint
(Right)
9. Washer
17. Hex Nut (Right)
10. Axle
18. Tie Rod Tube
11. Lock Nut
19. Hex Nut (Left)
12. Cap Screw
20. Ball Joint (Left)
13. Washer
21. O-Ring
14. Lock Nut
15. Washer
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4. Install the MAG-side rubber engine mount to the
chassis with the two cap screws. Tighten cap
screws to 3.5 kg-m (25 ft-lb). Install the cap screw
securing the engine mount bracket to the rubber
engine mount. Tighten cap screw to 3.5 kg-m (25
ft-lb).
5. Place the steering boot into position on the front
end (bulkhead). Secure with self-tapping screws.
6. Install the tie rods (threaded area coated with
green Loctite #609) on the spindle arms as noted
during removing. Secure with O-rings, washers,
and lock nuts. Tighten to 4.2 kg-m (30 ft-lb).
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NOTE: Check all drag link and ball joint fasten-
ers to ensure they are tight. Turn the handlebars
full-left and full-right several times to ensure free
movement.
7. Check and adjust ski alignment (see Ski Align-
ment in this section).
REMOVING AND DISASSEMBLING
1. Remove the tie rod from the spindle.
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Tie Rods
(120 cc Model)
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