Wheels And Tires - Arctic Cat VLX 70002017 Service Manual

PR290
5. Secure the hub assembly with the nut. Tighten only
until snug.
6. Secure the brake caliper to the knuckle with two new
"patch-lock" cap screws (right side only). Tighten
the caliper to 20 ft-lb.
 NOTE: Ensure the brake hose is properly routed
and secured to the upper A-arm.
XR412A
7. Compress the hand brake lever and engage the brake
lever lock; then tighten the hub nut (from step 5) to
ft-lb.
8. Install a new cotter pin and spread the pin to secure
the nut.
NOTE: If the cotter pin does not line up, always
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tighten to the next alignment.
PR260
9. Secure the shock absorber to the frame with a cap
screw and new lock nut. Tighten to 50 ft-lb.
10. Secure the shock absorber to the lower A-arm with a
cap screw and new lock nut. Tighten to 20 ft-lb.
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11. Secure the boot guard to the lower A-arm with the
two cap screws. Tighten securely.
12. Install the wheel; then using a crisscross pattern,
tighten the wheel nuts in 20 ft-lb increments to a final
torque of 40 ft-lb (steel wheel), 60 ft-lb (aluminum
wheel w/black nuts), or 80 ft-lb (aluminum wheel
w/chrome nuts).
13. Remove the ATV from the support stand.

Wheels and Tires

TIRE SIZE
! WARNING
Use only approved tires when replacing tires. Failure to
do so could result in unstable ATV operation.
The ATV is equipped with low-pressure tubeless tires of
the size and type listed in General Information. Do not
under any circumstances substitute tires of a different
type or size.
! WARNING
Do not mix tire tread patterns. Use the same pattern
type on front and rear. Failure to heed warning could
cause poor handling qualities of the ATV and could
cause excessive drive train damage not covered by war-
ranty.
TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE
Front tire inflation pressure is 5.0 psi (34.5 kPa). Rear
tire inflation pressure is 7.0 psi (48.3 kPa).
REMOVING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
wheels.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the support
stand to avoid injury.
2. Remove the wheels.
NOTE: If equipped, the bead lock must be removed
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before attempting to remove the tire from the rim.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean the wheels and hubs with parts-cleaning sol-
vent.
2. Clean the tires with soap and water.
3. Inspect each wheel for cracks, dents, or bends.
4. Inspect each tire for cuts, wear, missing lugs, and
leaks.
INSTALLING
NOTE: If a new tire is being installed, install the
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bead lock (if applicable) and tighten the existing
screws to 11 ft-lb.