Arctic Cat M 8000, Service Manual

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SNO-2218
6. Secure the tie rod assembly to the steering post using
a new M10 nut. Be sure to align the tie rod ball
joint alignment tab with the steering post. Tighten
to 35 ft-lb.
SNO-2219
7. Secure the right-side steering boot to the chassis
using the existing push rivets.
XM134A
8. Secure the top of the steering post to the steering
support using the existing retaining plate and new
nuts (A). Tighten to 96 in.-lb.
SNO-2226A
9. Connect the tie rod (B) from the adjustable steering
post to the secondary steering post using the machine
screw and nut. Tighten to 20 ft-lb.
10. Install the expansion chamber using the existing
springs; then connect the exhaust temperature sensor
to the main harness.
11. Position the handlebar to the desired position; then
secure using the existing cap and all eight screws.
Tighten evenly to 15 ft-lb.
0747-617
12. Install the upper and lower console; then install the
gas tank and seat using the existing hardware.
13. Install the hood and both access panels.
Steering Post (M)
REMOVING
1. Remove the hairpin clip from the pin located at the
front of the access panel; then unscrew the thumb
screw. Move the panel up and off the pin; then swing
the panel all the way out and unhinge the panel from
the lower console.