2001 Ski-Doo Factory Shop Manual Volume Three, Page 256Get this manual
Section 08 STEERINGFRONT SUSPENSION Subsection 02 (STEERING SYSTEM)
17,18, Ball Joint (left hand and right hand threads)
The maximum external threaded length not engaged in the tie rod must not exceed 20 mm (2532 in)A32G0KA
A02G0SA
TIE ROD BALL JOINT PARALLEL TO SWIVEL BAR BEFORE TIGHTENING
TYPICAL A20 mm (2532 in) max
WARNING
The cut off section of the ball joint must run parallel with the swivel bar no9When tightening lock nuts, restrain ball joint with appropriate size wrenchThe maximum external threaded length not engaged in the tie rod must not exceed 20 mm (2532 in)