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9928487 R01 - 2018 RANGER XP 1000 Service Manual
© Copyright Polaris Industries Inc.
8.9
CAUTION
Striking the steering wheel or steering shaft can
permanently damage the EPS unit and cause a Power
Steering Fault.
8. Install the upper steering shaft pinch bolt and torque
to specification.
TORQUE
Upper Steering Shaft Pinch Bolt:
25 ft-lbs (34 Nm)
9. Install the fastener retaining the steering wheel tilt
assembly to the frame. Torque fastener to
specification.
TORQUE
Steering Wheel Tilt Assembly Fasteners:
7 ft-lbs (10 Nm)
10.Reconnect both electrical harnesses onto the power
steering unit. Be sure the connectors snap into place
and the wires are routed correctly.
11. Reinstall the upper and lower dash panels making
sure to reconnect the instrument cluster, both 12V
outlets and all the switches.
12.Turn the key switch on and test EPS operation.
STEERING INSPECTION
Steering system components should be checked
periodically for loose fasteners
q
, worn tie rod ends
w
,
loose steering shaft U-joints
e
, worn A-arm ball joints
and general damage. Also check to make sure all cotter
pins
r
are in place. If cotter pins are removed, they must
be replaced.
Replace any worn or damaged steering components.
Steering should move freely through the entire range of
travel without binding. Check routing of all cables, hoses,
and wiring to be sure the steering mechanism is not
restricted or limited.
NOTE
Check front end alignment whenever steering
components are replaced.
WARNING
Due to the critical nature of the procedures outlined in
this chapter, Polaris recommends steering component
repair and adjustment be performed by an authorized
Polaris MSD certified technician.
STEERING / SUSPENSION
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