2009 Arctic Cat Prowler XT/XTX ATV Service Manual, Page 156Get this manual
2Slide the steering stopper (A) away from the inner tie rod end (B); then hold the rack (C) with pipe wrench and remove the inner tie rod end from the rack PR305
INSPECTING
NOTE: Whenever part is worn excessively, cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is necessaryPR523A
1Inspect the tie rod ends for damaged threads, torn boots, or excessive wear2Inspect the tie rods for bends or deformation3Inspect the rack and pinion-to-tie rod boots for tears or deterioration
3Clean all Loctite from the threads in the rack and if the tie rod is to be reused, clean the tie rod threads also