Wheels And Tires - Arctic Cat Altera 300 Service Manual

SP390
5. Install the arms to the frame with the pivot cap
screws; then tighten the nuts to 32 ft-lb.
KM579
6. Install the front bumper assembly; then install the
front shock absorbers. Apply red Loctite #271 on the
cap screw threads and tighten to 29 ft-lb.
7. Apply red Loctite #271 to the mounting cap screws;
then install the disc cover and tighten securely.
KM569
8. Connect the tie rod ends to the steering knuckle; then
tighten the nut to 15 ft-lb and install a new cotter pin.
 NOTE: During assembly, new cotter pins should be
installed.
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Wheels and Tires

TIRE SIZE
! WARNING
Use only Arctic Cat 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. Do not under any circumstances
substitute tires of a different type or size.
! WARNING
Always use the size and type of tires specified. Always
maintain proper tire inflation pressure.
! 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
Tire inflation pressure should be as specified.
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: Keep left-side and right-side wheels sepa-
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rated for installing them on their proper sides.
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.