BODY / STEERING / SUSPENSION
Steering / A-arm Exploded View
3
8 ft.lbs. (11 Nm)
25 ft.lbs. (35 Nm)
2
Always use new bolts
1
upon reassembly.
NOTE: To avoid damage to tie rods and other steering components, be sure to install tie rod end bolts in the
proper direction. The steering post arm bolt (B) points up; the rod end bolts (A) point down. Verify inner rod
ends are placed between the steering post arms.
5.20
1
30 ft.lbs. (41 Nm)
40-45 ft.lbs. (54-61 Nm)
Always use new cotter pins upon
2
reassembly. Install with open end
toward rear of machine.
9923412 - 2012 Sportsman 400/500 and EFI Tractor Service Manual
© Copyright 2011 Polaris Sales Inc.
1
30 ft.lbs. (41 Nm)
A
2
25-30 ft.lbs.
(35-41 Nm)
Steering Post Arm
12-14 ft.lbs. (17-19 Nm)
Apply Loctite
242 to bolt threads.
3
Steering Post
B