2001 Ski-Doo Factory Shop Manual Volume One, Page 298Get this manual
Section 08 STEERINGFRONT SUSPENSION Subsection 02 (STEERING SYSTEM)
Heat the grip with heater gun or spot light to ease installationInsert new grip with compressed air
10,16, Ball Joint (left hand and right hand threads)
Screw threaded end of the ball joint into the tie rodThe maximum external threaded length not engaged in the tie rod must not exceed 20 mm (2532 in)
A02G0SA A30G0NA
TYPICAL A20 mm (2532 in) maximum
1, Steering Column
Remove steering pad then handlebar ass'yDetach the short tie rod (under the engine) from the steering columnTo gain access to lower U-clamp, remove the air intake silencer and carburetor(s)Remove U-clamps then steering column
The ball joint should be restrained when tightening the tie rod end lock nutAlign it so the tie rod end is parallel to the steering arm when assembled on the vehicle, refer to the following illustrationFor proper torque specifications refer to the specific exploded view for the vehicle being serviced1 2