2009 Arctic Cat 150 ATV Service Manual, Page 91Get this manual
SteeringFrame The following steering components should be inspected periodically to ensure safe and proper operationAHandlebar grips not worn, broken, or looseBHandlebar 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 missingThe frame, welds, and racks should be checked periodically for damage, bends, cracks, deterioration, broken components, and missing components
4Remove the cotter pins and slotted nuts securing the tie rod ends to the steering post arm; then disconnect the tie rods from the arm
5Remove the cotter pin and slotted nut from the lower end of the steering post; then remove the upper steering shaft support blockAccount for cable guide, two steering support blocks, and the upper steering post bushing