Polaris 2004-2005 Sportsman 6x6, Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
2.36
CONTROLS
Check controls for proper operation, positioning
and adjustment.
Brake control and switch must be positioned to allow
brake lever to travel throughout entire range without
contacting switch body.
Throttle
assembly
clamp
Align clamp
edge with
knurl
Align throttle control assembly clamp with knurl on
handlebar
WHEELS
Inspect all wheels for runout or damage. Check wheel
nuts and ensure they are tight. Do not over tighten the
wheel nuts.
WHEEL, HUB, AND SPINDLE
TORQUE TABLE
Item Specification
Front Wheel Nuts 27 Ft. Lbs. (27 Nm)
Mid / Rear Wheel Nuts 50 Ft. Lbs.(68 Nm)
Front Spindle Nut Refer to procedure listed in
Chapter 7
Rear Hub Retaining Nut 80 Ft. Lbs. (109 Nm)
WHEEL REMOVAL FRONT OR
REAR
Front Wheel
27 ft.lbs.
See Chapter 7
for Hub Nut
Rear Wheel
Tapered nuts - install with
tapered side against wheel
50 ft.lbs.
80 ft.lbs.
1. Stop the engine, place the transmission in gear
and lock the parking brake.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
3. Elevate the side of the vehicle by placing a
suitable stand under the footrest frame.
4. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the wheel.
WHEEL INSTALLATION
1. With the transmission in gear and the parking
brake locked, place the wheel in the correct
position on the wheel hub. Be sure the valve stem
is toward the outside and rotation arrows on the
tire point toward forward rotation.