Polaris Sportsman 9921837 - Manual (Page 90)

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MAINTENANCE
Tires
Operating your vehicle with worn tires, improperly inflated tires, non-standard
tires or improperly installed tires will affect vehicle handling and could cause an
accident. Always follow all tire maintenance procedures as outlined in this
manual and on the labels on the vehicle. Always use original equipment size
and type when replacing tires.
Refer to the specifications section beginning on page 116 for recom-
mended tire type, size and pressure.
Tire Tread Depth
Always replace tires
when tread depth is
worn to 3 mm or less.
Front Wheel Hub Tightening
Front wheel bearing tightness and spindle nut retention are critical com-
ponent operations. All service must be performed by your authorized
Polaris dealer.
Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
Check the wheel nut torques occasionally and when they've been loos-
ened for maintenance service.
Nut Type Nut Torque
Lug Nut 122 N-m
2-Piece Flange Nut 37 N-m
3 mm