BOMBARDIER 1983 Everest 500, Operator'S Manual, Page: 125 / 161

Tire Pressure
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WARNING
Tire pressure greatly affects vehi-
cle handling and stability. Under-
pressure may cause tire to deflate
and rotate on wheel. Overpres-
sure may burst the tire. Always
follow
recommended pressure.
Since tires are low-pressure types,
a manual pump should be used.
Check pressure when tires are “cold”
before using the vehicle. Tire pres-
sure changes with temperature and
altitude. Recheck pressure if one of
these conditions has changed.
For your convenience, a pressure
gauge is supplied in tool box.
TIRE PRESSURE
ALL MODELS EXCEPT XL
FRONT REAR
MAX.
34.5 kPa
(5 PSI)
34.5 kPa
(5 PSI)
up to
220 kg
(485 lb)
MIN.
31 kPa
(4.5 PSI)
31 kPa
(4.5 PSI)
XL MODELS
FRONT REAR
MAX.
48 kPa
(7 PSI)
48 kPa
(7 PSI)
up to
363 kg
(800 lb)
MIN.
45 kPa
(6.5 PSI)
45 kPa
(6.5 PSI)
Although the tires are specifically de-
signed for off-road use, a flat may still
occur. Therefore, it is recommended
to carry a tire pump and a repair kit.
Tire/Wheel Condition
Check tire for damage and wear. Re-
place if necessary.
Do not make a tire rotation. The front
and rear tires have a different size.
The tires are directional and their ro-
tation must be kept in a specific direc-
tion for proper operation.
Wheel Removal
Loosen nuts then lift vehicle. Place a
support under vehicle. Remove nuts
then remove wheel.
At installation, it is recommended to
apply antiseize lubricant on threads.
Gently tighten nuts in a criss-cross se-
quence then apply a final torque of
75 N•m (55 lbf•ft).
V01A08Y
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1. Taper side of nut
CAUTION:
Always use the recom-
mended wheel nuts (P/N 705 400
013). Using a different nut could
cause damages to the rim.
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