Arctic Cat M 8000, Service Manual

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SNO-2218
2. 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
3. Secure the right-side steering boot to the chassis
using the existing push rivets.
XM134A
4. Secure the top of the steering post to the steering
support using the existing retaining plate and nuts.
Tighten to 96 in.-lb.
5. Install the handlebar riser and handlebar to the top of
the steering post and secure using the existing caps
and screws. Tighten evenly to 15 ft-lb.
SNO-357
6. Install the expansion chamber using the existing
springs; then connect the exhaust temperature sensor
to the main harness.
7. Position the hood onto the snowmobile and connect
the hood harness connector.
8. Secure the hood with the six torx-head screws and
tighten securely.
9. Install the access panels onto the lower console; then
close the access panels and secure with the clip.
Steering Post (XF HC)
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.
0746-800
2. Remove all six torx-head screws securing the hood.