Ski-Doo 2005 MACH Z, Shop Manual

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Section 08 STEERING/FRONT SUSPENSION
Subsection 01 (STEERING SYSTEM)
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A
A
TYPICAL
A. 20 mm (25/32 in) max.
The ball joint no. 17 and no. 18 should be re-
strained when tightening the tie rod end lock nut.
Align it so the tie rod end is parallel to the steering
arm when assembled on the vehicle, refer to the
following illustration.
For proper torque specifications refer to the spe-
cific exploded view for the vehicle being serviced.
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1
2
TYPICAL
1. Parallel with steering arm
2. Steering arm
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WARNING
The cut off section of the ball joint must run
parallel with the swivel bar no.
9 . When tight-
ening lock nuts, restrain ball joint with appro-
priate size wrench. The maximum external
threaded length not engaged in the tie rod
must not exceed 20 mm (25/32 in).
Hardened Washer
Install a hardened washer no. 7 on each side of
the ski leg and each side of the steering column
lever.
1
1
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TYPICAL
1. Hardened washers
INSPECTION
Check skis and runners for wear. Replace as nec-
essary. Refer to FRONT SUSPENSION.
Check the general condition of the steering sys-
tem components for wear. Replace if necessary.
Heating Grip Element
Refer to ELECTRICAL SYSTEM section for check-
ing heating element
no. 13 of grip.
Ball Joint (left hand and right
hand threads)
Inspect ball joint ends no. 17 and no. 18 and small
tie rod ends for wear or looseness, if excessive,
replace them.
ADJUSTMENT
Handlebar Extension
Mach Z/Summit Highmark X
When installing handlebar extension no. 29 , en-
sure to position the rounded opening at the bot-
tom and to tilt the extension so that it rests against
steering support stopper.
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