Controls; Wheel Removal/Installation; Wheel Installation; Tire Pressure - Polaris SPORTSMAN 600 Service Manual

CONTROLS

Check controls for proper operation, positioning
and adjustment.
Brake control and switch must be positioned to allow
brake lever to travel throughout entire range without
contacting switch body.
WHEELS
Inspect all wheels for runout or damage. Check wheel
nuts and ensure they are tight. Do not over tighten the
wheel nuts. Apply Loctitet 271 (PN 2871954) to the
wheel studs whenever reinstalling the wheel nuts.
WHEEL, HUB, AND SPINDLE

TORQUE TABLE

Item
Front Wheel Nuts
Rear Wheel Nuts
Front Hub Retaining Nut
Rear Hub Retaining Nut
WHEEL REMOVAL:
FRONT OR REAR
1. Stop the engine, place the transmission in gear
and lock the parking brake.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
3. Elevate the side of the vehicle by placing a
suitable stand under the footrest frame.
4. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the wheel.
2.30
Specification
30 Ft. Lbs. (41 Nm)
30 Ft. Lbs. (41Nm)
70 ft.lbs. (90 Nm)
80 Ft. Lbs. (108 Nm)

WHEEL INSTALLATION

1. With the transmission in gear and the parking
brake locked, place the wheel in the correct
position on the wheel hub. Be sure the valve stem
is toward the outside and rotation arrows on the
tire point toward forward rotation.
2. Attach the wheel nuts and finger tighten them.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
4. Securely tighten the wheel nuts to the proper
torque listed in the table.
CAUTION:
Improperly installed wheels could affect vehicle
handling and tire wear. On vehicles with tapered rear
wheel nuts, make sure tapered end of nut goes into
taper on wheel.
Flange Nuts:
Flat side against wheel

TIRE PRESSURE

CAUTION:
Maintain proper tire pressure. Refer to the warning
tire pressure decal applied to the vehicle.
Tire Pressure Inspection (PSI - Cold)
Front
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TIRE INSPECTION

Improper tire inflation may affect ATV
G
maneuverability.
When replacing a tire always use
G
original equipment size and type.
The use of non-standard size or type
G
tires may affect ATV handling.
MAINTENANCE
Rear
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