Polaris 2008 Ranger Crew - Manual (Page 95)

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MAINTENANCE
Tires
Wheel Removal
1. Apply the brakes. Stop the engine. Place the transmission in gear.
Engage the park brake.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
3. Elevate the side of the vehicle by placing a suitable stand under the
frame.
4. Remove the wheel nuts and washers. Remove the wheel.
Wheel Installation
1. Apply the brakes.
2. Place the transmis-
sion in gear.
3. Engage the park
brake.
4. Place the wheel in
the correct posi-
tion on the wheel
hub. Be sure the
valve stem is
toward the outside
and rotation
arrows on the tire
point toward for-
ward rotation.
5. Attach the wheel nuts and washers and finger tighten.
6. Carefully lower the vehicle to the ground.
7. Torque the wheel nuts to specification. See page 91.
WARNING
Improperly installed wheels can adversely affect tire wear and vehicle
handling, which can result in serious injury or death. Always ensure that all
nuts are torqued to specification. Do not service axle nuts that have a cotter
pin installed. See your Polaris dealer.