2009 Arctic Cat Prowler XT/XTX ATV Service Manual, Page 155Get this manual
SteeringFrame NOTE: Critical torque specifications are located in Section 1
3Make matching alignment marks on the pinion shaft and lower steering shaft joint
The following steering components should be inspected periodically to ensure safe and proper operationASteering wheel secureBSteering has equal and complete full-left and full-right capabilityCSteering sector mounting bolts tightDBall joints not worn, cracked, or damagedETie rods not bent or crackedFKnuckles not worn, cracked, or damagedGCotter pins not damaged or missingHSteering wheel tilt locks securely (XTX)The frame and welds should be checked periodically for damage, bends, cracks, deterioration, broken components, and missing componentsPR333A
NOTE: Any time steering components are disassembled, all connecting components should be marked for proper alignment during assembling