2007 Arctic Cat Four-Stroke Factory Service Manual, Page 243Get this manual
2Secure the tie rod to the ball joint on the forked end of the drag link with cap screw, washers, and lock nutTighten to specifications3Secure the steering arm to the drag link with cap screw (coated with green Loctite #609), lock nut, and washersTighten to specifications4Position an O-ring and washer on the ball joint assembly (threads coated with green Loctite #609)Install the tie rod on the spindle arm as noted in removing; then secure with lock nutTighten to specifications FS085A
2Remove the self-tapping screws or rivets securing the steering boot and retainer to the front end3Turn the handlebar in the appropriate direction; then remove the cap screw and lock nut securing the steering arm to the drag linkAccount for washers4Loosen the jam nut securing each ball joint to the tie rod; then remove the ball joints from the tie rodSlide the rod from the steering bootRemove the jam nuts from the ball jointsCLEANING AND INSPECTING
! NOTE: Whenever part is worn excessively, cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is necessary