Cushman HAULER 800 2012 Technician's Repair And Service Manual page 41

Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
WHEEL AND TIRE SERVICE
Tools List
Lug Wrench, 3/4"......................................................... 1
Impact Wrench ............................................................ 1
Impact Socket, 3/4" ..................................................... 1
Torque Wrench, ft. lbs. ................................................ 1
To prevent injury caused by a broken socket,
use only sockets designed for impact wrench
use. Never use a conventional socket.
Tire condition should be inspected per the Periodic Ser-
vice Schedule. Inflation pressures should be checked
when the tires are cool. When removing wheels with an
impact wrench, use only impact sockets. Regular sockets
are not designed for impact pressures exerted by power
tools.
A tire explosion can cause severe injury or
death. Never exceed inflation pressure rating on
tire sidewall.
To prevent tire explosion, pressurize tire
with small amount of air applied intermit-
tently to seat beads. Never exceed the tire
manufacturer's recommendation when
seating a bead. Protect face and eyes
from escaping air when removing valve
core.
Use caution when inflating tires. Due to
the low volume of these small tires, overin-
flation can occur in a matter of seconds.
Overinflation could cause the tire to sepa-
rate from the wheel or cause the tire to
explode, either of which could cause per-
sonal injury.
Do not use low inflation pressure tires on any E-
Z-GO vehicle. Do not use any tire which has a
recommended inflation pressure less than the
inflation pressure recommended in Owner's
Manual
Use caution when inflating tires. Due to the low volume of
these small tires, over inflation can occur in a matter of
seconds. Over inflation could cause the tire to separate
from the rim or cause the tire to explode, either of which
could cause personal injury.
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Tire inflation should be determined by the condition of the
terrain. See GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS section for
recommended tire inflation pressure. For outdoor applica-
tions with major use on grassy areas, the following should
be considered. On hard turf, it is desirable to have a
slightly higher inflation pressure. On very soft turf, a
lower pressure prevents tires from cutting into the turf.
For vehicles being used on paved or hard surfaces, tire
inflation pressure should be in the higher allowable range,
but under no condition should inflation pressure be higher
than recommended on tire sidewall. All four tires should
have the same pressure for optimum handling character-
istics. Be careful not to over inflate. Due to the low volume
of these small tires, over inflation can occur in a matter of
seconds. Be sure to install the valve dust cap after check-
ing or inflating.
Tire Repair
The vehicle is fitted with low pressure tubeless tires
mounted on one piece rims.
Generally, the most cost effective way to repair a flat tire
resulting from a puncture in the tread portion of the tire is
to use a commercial tire plug.
Tire plug tools and plugs are available at most automotive
parts outlets and have the advantage of not requiring the tire
be removed from the wheel.
If the tire is flat, remove the wheel and inflate the tire to
the maximum recommended pressure for the tire.
Immerse the tire in water to locate the leak and mark with
chalk. Insert tire plug in accordance with manufacturer's
specifications.
If tire is to be removed or mounted, the tire changing
machine manufacturer's recommendations must be fol-
lowed in order to minimize possibility of personal injury.
To prevent injury, be sure mount-
ing/demounting machine is
anchored to floor. Wear OSHA
approved safety equipment when
mounting/demounting tires.
Repair and Service Manual
WHEELS AND TIRES
NOTICE
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