1972 Ski-Doo Shop Manual, Page 103Get this manual
115-02 REMOVAL (Elan Models) 1Remove console2Disconnect throttle and brake cablesRe move housingsNOTE: On electric models remove battery3Remove cotter pin, washer and spring securing upper tie rod to steering columnPush the tie rod end from the column4Using pin punch and hammer, drive the roll pin from the steering columnRemove shim(s), (if applicable), and washer (fig1-15-1)
STEERING SYSTEM 6Pull the steering column from the steering bushing and remove the steering column from the vehicleNOTE: 00 not remove steering bushing unless damaged or worn and replacement is indicated7Disconnect all electrical connections and switch blocks from dash panelPush the brake and throttle cables and housings through dash panelRemove decompressor8Unbolt the upper column from the frame and remove9Remove cotter pin holding upper tie rod to swivel block (fig1-15-3)Pull upper tie rod from the block and remove it from the vehicle