Polaris 2001 50 SCRAMBLER, Manual

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BODY / STEERING / SUSPENSION
4.8
STEERING, CONT.
2. Install oil seals, bearing, steering nut and
associated hardware on the bottom of the steering
post. Torque nut to specification.
NOTE: Turn the steering post after mounting to make
sure the post turns freely in both directions without
binding.
3. Mount the tie rod to the steering post and to the
spindle. Mount the tie rod so that the end with the
flats is toward the spindle.
4. Tighten inner and outer tie rod bolts to
specification.
Steering Post Nut
Steering Post Nut Torque:
62-65 ft.lbs. (86-90 Nm)
Tie Rod
Steering Nut
Steering Nut Torque:
62-65 ft.lbs. (86-90 Nm)
Tie Rod
A-arm
Spindle
Inner Tie Rod Bolt Torque:
33-40 ft.lbs (45-55 Nm)
Outer Tie Rod Bolt Torque:
33-40 ft.lbs (45-55 Nm)
Tie Rod Jam Nut Torque:
12-14 ft.lbs (17-19 Nm)