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Fig. 7-56 AL144D 2. Remove the cotter pins, cap screws, and slotted nuts securing the steering tie rod to the steering post and Fig. 7-57 AL089 3. Loosen the jam nuts securing the ball joints to the steering tie rod; then remove the ball joints. INSPECTING NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively, cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is 1. Inspect the ball joints for damaged threads or wear. 2. Inspect the tie rod for damage, unusual bends, or wear. INSTALLING 1. Position the handlebar in the straight-ahead position; then position the skis straight ahead. 2. Thread the jam nuts onto the ball joints; then equally thread the ball joints onto the steering tie rod. NOTE: There must be an approximate equal number of threads exposed on each ball joint. 3. Place the tie-rod assembly into position; then rotate the steering tie rod until the holes in the ball joints 4. Ensure correct handlebar/ski alignment (adjust steering tie rod as necessary); then apply blue 5. Secure the tie-rod assembly with the two cap screws (coated with green Loctite #609), washers, and Fig. 7-58 AL089 ! WARNING Neglecting to lock the jam nuts against the tie 6. Install the skid plate; then secure with screws. NOTE: The front machine screw on some models is secured with a washer and lock nut. Fig. 7-59 AL144D 7 7-15 |