Arctic Cat 660 cc, Service Manual

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INSPECTING
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NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.
1. Inspect the entire drag link (especially in the areas
where the ball joints attach) for any signs of
cracks, wear, or damage.
2. Inspect the bearings, inserts, and axles for wear or
damage.
INSTALLING
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1. Place the drag link in a vise; then secure the tie rod
to the drag link with cap screws, washers, and
lock nuts (threads coated with green Loctite #609).
Tighten to 2.8 kg-m (20 ft-lb).
2. Slide the drag link in from the side of the snowmo-
bile from which the steering boot was removed;
then carefully slide the boot over the tie rod end.
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NOTE: Applying soapy water to the steering
boot will aid in sliding the boot over the tie rod
end.
3. Secure the drag link to the steering and idler arms
with cap screws (coated with green Loctite #609),
washers, bearing axles, and lock nuts. Tighten to
4.2 kg-m (30 ft-lb).
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4. Install the MAG-side rubber engine mount to the
chassis with the two cap screws. Tighten cap
screws to 3.5 kg-m (25 ft-lb). Install the cap screw
securing the engine mount bracket to the rubber
engine mount. Tighten cap screw to 3.5 kg-m (25
ft-lb).
5. Place the steering boot into position on the front
end (bulkhead). Secure with self-tapping screws.
6. Install the tie rods (threaded area coated with
green Loctite #609) on the spindle arms as noted
during removing. Secure with O-rings, washers,
and lock nuts. Tighten to 4.2 kg-m (30 ft-lb).
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NOTE: Check all drag link and ball joint fasten-
ers to ensure they are tight. Turn the handlebars
full-left and full-right several times to ensure free
movement.
7. Check and adjust ski alignment (see Ski Align-
ment in this section).
Tie Rods
(120 cc Model)
REMOVING AND DISASSEMBLING
1. Remove the tie rod from the spindle.
KEY
1. Drag Link
2. Bearing
3. Steering Arm
Assy
4. Insert
5. Idler Arm
6. Cap Screw
7. Lock Nut
8. Cap Screw
9. Washer
10. Axle
11. Lock Nut
12. Cap Screw
13. Washer
14. Lock Nut
15. Washer
16. Ball Joint
(Right)
17. Hex Nut (Right)
18. Tie Rod Tube
19. Hex Nut (Left)
20. Ball Joint (Left)
21. O-Ring