2008 Arctic Cat DVX 250 / 250 Utility ATV Service Manual, Page 18Get this manual
3With person seated on the ATV, check chain tension at the mid-point of the chainNOTE: Chain "slack" should be within range of 30-40 mm (1.2-1.6 in BHandlebar not bent or cracked and has equal and complete full-left and full-right capabilityCSteering post bearing assemblybearing housing not broken, worn, or bindingDBall joints not worn, cracked, or damagedETie rods not bent or crackedFKnuckles not worn, cracked, or damagedGCotter pins not damaged or missing
4Push the ATV forward to tighten chain tension; push the ATV backward to loosen chain tension5Tighten the two cap screws (1) to 29 ft-lb; then tighten the cap screw (2) to 29 ft-lb
DriveshaftCoupling
(Utility Model)
The following drive system components should be inspected periodically to ensure proper operationASpline lateral movement (slop)KM157A
BCoupling not cracked, damaged, or worn