Polaris 2004-2005 Sportsman 6x6, Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
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2. Attach the wheel nuts and finger tighten them.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
4. Securely tighten the wheel nuts to the proper
torque listed in the table above.
CAUTION:
If wheels are improperly installed it could affect
vehicle handling and tire wear. On vehicles with
tapered rear wheel nuts, make sure tapered end of nut
goes into taper on wheel.
TIRE PRESSURE
CAUTION:
Maintain proper tire pressure. Refer to the warning
tire pressure decal applied to the vehicle.
Tire Pressure Inspection (PSI - Cold)
Center Front Center
5 PSI 5 PSI 5 PSI
TIRE INSPECTION
G
Improper tire inflation may affect ATV
maneuverability.
G
When replacing a tire always use original
equipment size and type.
G
The use of non-standard size or type
tires may affect ATV handling.
Tire Tread Depth
Always replace tires when tread depth is worn to
1/8
″
(3 mm) or less.
Tread
Depth 1/8
I
(3 mm)
WARNING
Operating an ATV with worn tires will in-
crease the possibility of the vehicle skid-
ding easily with possible loss of control.
Worn tires can cause an accident.
Always replace tires when the tread
depth measures 1/8
″
(.3 cm) or less.