Arctic Cat 660 cc, Service Manual

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7-2
Steering and Body
This section has been organized into sub-sections for
servicing steering and body components; however,
some components may vary from model to model. The
technician should use discretion and sound judgment
when removing and installing components.
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NOTE: Throughout this section if a sub-section
is not designated otherwise, it is for the 660 cc
models.
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NOTE: Some illustrations and photographs used
in this section are used for clarity purposes only
and are not designed to depict actual conditions.
Steering Post
(120 cc Model)
REMOVING
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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.
A981
! CAUTION
In this section, it will be necessary to tip the 660
cc snowmobile on its side for accessing some
components; however, the snowmobile should
not be tipped on its side in excess of a 70° angle.
If tipped on its side in excess of a 70° angle (or
upside down at all), 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.