Snowmobile Arctic Cat (2007 year). Manual - part 57

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Steering and Body

This section has been organized into sub-sections

for servicing steering and body components; how-

ever, some components may vary from model to

model. The technician should use discretion and

sound judgment when removing and installing com-

ponents.

„ NOTE: Critical torque specifications are located
on pages 70-71 of this section.

„ NOTE: Some illustrations and photographs used
in this section are used for clarity purposes only
and are not designed to depict actual conditions.

„ NOTE: If tipped on its side in excess of a 70°
angle (or upside down at all) without the oil hose
being clamped off, return the snowmobile to the
upright position and immediately see Tipped
Snowmobile (660 cc) sub-section in Section 1 of
this manual for proper procedure to follow.

Steering Post

(120 cc)

REMOVING

„ NOTE: Perform steps 1-8 for both the brake and
throttle cables.

1. Remove the handlebar pad.

2. Remove the C-clips securing the brake and

throttle lever pins in the brake housing and

throttle control; then remove the pins and levers.

A979

A998

3. Disconnect the brake and throttle cables from

the levers; then slide the cables out of the levers.

A999

A980

4. Remove the C-clip securing the throttle cable in

the throttle control; then remove the cable from

the throttle control.

! CAUTION

In this section, it will be necessary to tip the 660 cc
snowmobile on its side for accessing some compo-
nents; however, if a 660 cc model must be tipped in
excess of a 70° angle for servicing purposes, use a
suitable clamping device to clamp off the oil hose
next to the valve cover inlet to prevent oil from seep-
ing into the upper engine through the air-intake sys-
tem. Severe engine damage could result if the
engine is run with oil in the upper engine. Care must
be taken to remove the clamping device after servic-
ing. 

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A981

A982

5. Cut the cable ties securing the cables to the

steering post.

6. Using a sharp knife, cut the grip off the handle-

bar.

7. Using a solvent, clean the old adhesive from the

handlebar.

8. Loosen the screw securing the emergency stop

switch to the handlebar; then remove the stop

switch.

9. Remove the two cap screws and lock nuts secur-

ing the upper steering post bearing retainer; then

remove the retainer and bearing.

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10. Pull the steering post up and out of the lower

bearing.

11. Remove the lock nuts securing the tie rods to the

steering post.

A024

„ NOTE: Use an additional wrench to keep the tie
rod end shaft from turning while removing the tie
rod lock nut.

12. Remove the steering post from the engine com-

partment.

13. Remove the two cap screws and lock nuts secur-

ing the lower steering post bearing retainer; then

remove the retainer and bearing.

INSPECTING

„

NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,

cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.

1. Inspect all welded areas for cracks or deteriora-

tion.

2. Inspect the steering post and bearing retainers

for cracks, bends, or wear.

3. Inspect the steering post bearings for wear,

cracks, or deterioration.

4. Inspect the tie rod ends for wear or damage.

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INSTALLING

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1. Place the lower steering post bearing and

retainer into position on the front end; then

loosely secure with cap screws and lock nuts.

2. Place the steering post into position in the

engine compartment and secure the inner tie

rods to the steering post with washers and lock

nuts (coated with green Loctite #609). Tighten

to specifications.

„ NOTE: Use an additional wrench to keep the tie
rod end shaft from turning while tightening the tie
rod lock nut.

3. Slide the end of the steering post into the lower

steering post bearing and place the upper end of

the steering post on the support.

A025

4. Place the upper steering post bearing into posi-

tion on the steering post and secure the steering

post/bearing assembly to the support with the

bearing retainer, cap screws, and lock nuts.

5. Tighten the upper and lower retainer cap screws

securely.

A026

„ NOTE: Check all fasteners to ensure they are
tight. Turn the handlebar full-left and full-right sev-
eral times to ensure free movement.

6. Apply Handlebar Adhesive (p/n 0636-071) to

the bore of the handlebar grip; then using a rub-

ber hammer, drive the grip into position.

7. Place the emergency stop switch onto the right

handlebar and secure with the screw.

8. Route the throttle cable through the slot in the

throttle control and insert the cable end into the

throttle control. Secure the cable with a C-clip.

KEY

1. Steering Post

2. Handlebar Grip

3. Throttle Control

4. Throttle/Brake 

Lever

5. Spring Pin

6. Engine Stop 

Decal

7. Pin

8. Retaining Ring

9. Brake Housing

10. Engine Stop 

Switch

11. Pad Cover

12. Pad

13. Throttle Cable

14. Lock Washer

15. Cable Tie

16. Brake Cable

17. Spring

18. Tether Switch 

Assy

19. Tether Cord

20. Cap Screw

21. Bearing 

Retainer

22. Bearing

23. Support

24. Lock Nut

25. Rivet

26. Cap Screw

27. Washer

28. Lock Nut

29. Tie Rod End

30. Hex Nut

31. Tie Rod

32. Hex Nut

33. Tie Rod End

! WARNING

The handlebar adhesive is extremely flammable.
This product contains acetone. The vapors released
can be easily ignited. Keep away from heat, sparks,
and open flame. Use only in a well ventilated area.
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapor. Avoid eye and
skin contact. Keep container closed when not in
use.

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A981

A982

9. Seat each cable drum into its lever recess; then

secure each with a pin and C-clip.

A980

A999

A979

Steering Post

(Bearcat Wide Track/

Panther 660/T660)

REMOVING

1. Tip the snowmobile on its side. Remove the

screws securing the skid plate.

AL144D

2. Remove the lock nut securing the tie rod to the

steering post.

„ NOTE: To access the nut securing the tie rod to
the steering post, it may be necessary to remove
the tie rod from the steering arm.

MS479A

3. Remove the lock nut securing the lower steering

post to the backing plate.