Wheels And Tires - Tracker Off-Road 500S Service Manual

3. Slide the knuckle onto the drive axle and into posi-
tion on the A-arms; then secure the knuckle with dust
seals and pivot bushing to the A-arms with cap
screws and new lock nuts. Tighten to 35 ft-lb (47.6
N-m).
4. Tighten the hardware securing the A-arms to the
frame mounts (from step 1) to 35 ft-lb (47.6 N-m).
5. Secure the shock absorber to the frame with a cap screw
and new lock nut. Tighten to 35 ft-lb (47.6 N-m).
6. Secure the shock absorber to the lower A-arm with a
cap screw and new lock nut. Tighten to 35 ft-lb (47.6
N-m).
7. Secure the rear fascia to the frame with the cap
screws. Tighten securely.
8. Grease the splines of the hub; then place the hub onto
the axle. Install the hub nut and tighten to 200 ft-lb
(271.2 N-m). Install a new cotter pin. Attach a grease
gun to the fitting and lubricate the knuckle pivot
bushings.
9. Install the wheels and using a crisscross pattern,
tighten the wheel nuts in 20 ft-lb (27.2 N-m) incre-
ments to a final torque of 45 ft-lb (61.2 N-m) (steel
wheel), 60 ft-lb (81.6 N-m) (aluminum wheel w/
black nuts), or 80 ft-lb (108.8 N-m) (aluminum
wheel w/chrome nuts).
10. Remove the vehicle 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 vehicle operation.
This vehicle is equipped with low-pressure tubeless tires
of the size and type listed in the General Information sec-
tion. 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 vehicle and could
cause excessive drivetrain damage not covered by war-
ranty.
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TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE
Front and rear tire inflation pressure should be 82.7 kPa
(12 psi).
REMOVING
1. Secure the vehicle on a support stand to elevate the
wheels.
! WARNING
Make sure the vehicle is solidly supported on the sup-
port stand to avoid injury.
2. Remove the nuts securing the wheels; then remove
the wheels.
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
1. Install each wheel on its hub and secure with the
existing hardware.
2. Using a crisscross pattern, tighten the wheel nuts in 20
ft-lb (27.2 N-m) increments to a final torque of 45 ft-lb
(61.2 N-m) (steel wheel), 60 ft-lb (81.6 N-m) (alumi-
num wheel w/black nuts), or 80 ft-lb (108.8 N-m) (alu-
minum wheel w/chrome nuts).
CHECKING/INFLATING
1. Using an air pressure gauge, measure the air pressure
in each tire. Adjust the air pressure as necessary to
meet the recommended inflation pressure.
2. Inspect the tires for damage, wear, or punctures.
! WARNING
Do not operate the vehicle if tire damage exists.
 NOTE: If repair is needed, follow the instructions
found on the tire repair kit or remove the wheel and
have it repaired professionally.
 NOTE: Be sure all tires are the specified size and
have identical tread pattern.