Polaris Ranger 500 2x4 2007, Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
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4. Remove the outlet radiator hose, inlet radiator hose, surge
tank hose, and overflow hose from the radiator.
5. Unplug the fan harness.
6. Remove the radiator.
FINAL DRIVE / WHEEL AND TIRE
Wheel, Hub, and Spindle Torque Table
CV Shaft Boot Inspection
Inspect the CV shaft boots in the front and rear of the RANGER
for damage, tears, wear, or leaking grease. If the rubber boot
exhibits any of these symptoms, replace the boot. Refer to
Chapter 7 for CV boot replacement, or have you Polaris dealer
replace the boot.
Wheel Removal
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 washers 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.
2. Attach the washers (if applicable) and wheel nuts and finger
tighten them.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
Item Nut Type Specification
Aluminum Wheels
(Cast)
Lug Nut (1) 90 ft. lbs. (122 Nm)
Steel Wheels
(Black / Camo)
Flange Nut (2) 35 ft. lbs. (47 Nm)
Front Spindle Nut - 70 Ft. Lbs. (95 Nm)
Rear & Center Hub
Retaining Nut
- 110 Ft. Lbs. (150 Nm)
Inlet Radiator Hose
Surge Tank Hose
Mounting Screws
Cap
Outlet Radiator
Hose
Temp. Sensor
Plug
Steel Wheel
(Standard Models)
35 ft. lbs. (47 Nm)
Aluminum Wheel
(LE Models)
90 ft. lbs. (122 Nm)
#1
#2
Inspect Boots
Front & Rear
Wheel Nuts (4)
Front Hub Nut
70 ft. lbs. (95 Nm)
Rear Hub Nut
110 ft. lbs. (150 Nm)