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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 bearings into the hous-
ings; then position on the steering post and secure the
housings to the frame with two cap screws. Tighten
to 20 ft-lb.
CD760
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
tie rod ends, tighten the nuts just enough to allow
installation of the cotter pins.
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4. Install the front wheels and tighten to 40 ft-lb (steel
wheels) or 80 ft-lb (aluminum wheels) using a criss-
cross pattern.
5. Lower the ATV and place the handlebar and caps
into position on the steering post; then position the
LCD gauge on top of the caps and secure with the
four cap screws. Tighten securely.
6. Install the storage compartment box; then attach the
storage compartment cover assembly by engaging
the tabs into the slots and sliding rearward. Lock the
storage compartment lid to hold the assembly in
place.
7. Place the instrument pod into position; then secure
with two reinstallable rivets and the ignition switch
retaining ring.
8. Install the steering post access cover and secure with
four reinstallable rivets; then install and secure the
radiator access cover.
Handlebar Grip
REMOVING
1. Loosen but do not remove the cap screws in the end
of the handlebar; then tap lightly on the head to dis-
lodge the handlebar plug.
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