2008 Arctic Cat Prowler / Prowler XT/XTX ATV Service Manual, Page 157Get this manual
4Match mark the upper steering shaft joint and the steering wheel shaft; then remove the steering wheel shaftAccount for the lower thrust-washerNOTE: Any time steering components are disassembled, all connecting components should be marked for proper alignment during assembling INSPECTING 1Inspect the steering wheel shaft for excessive wear2Check for worn splines, cracks, or damaged threads3Roll the steering wheel shaft on flat surface to check for bends4Inspect the nylon bushings in the steering shaft housing for cracking or excessive wearINSTALLING 1Slide the steering wheel shaft into the steering housing; then with the lower thrust-washer in position, align the match marks and slide the upper steering shaft joint onto the steering wheel shaftPR324A