2010 Arctic Cat Prowler XT/XTX/XTZ ATV Service Manual, Page 214Get this manual
3Apply green Loctite #270 to the cap screw; then secure the lower steering shaft joint to the pinion shaft making sure the pinion shaft does not protrude into the joint beyond the clamping surfaceTighten to 36 ft-lb
INSPECTING
NOTE: The lower steering shaft assembly is not repairable or rebuildableIf any damage or excessive wear is detected, the assembly must be replaced
! WARNING
Allowing the lower steering shaft joint to extend too far onto the pinion shaft could cause binding or lock-up of the steering joint resulting in loss of steering control
1Inspect the joints for excessive wear or looseness2Inspect welds and slip-joints for cracks3Check for excessive wobble in the slip-jointINSTALLING 1Place the steering shaft assembly into position through the opening in the splash panel