Wheels And Tires - Arctic Cat 300 Utility Service Manual

8. Connect the tie rod ends to the steering knuckle; then
tighten the nut to 15 ft-lb and install a new cotter pin.
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NOTE: During assembly, new cotter pins should be
installed.

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.
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the support
stand to avoid injury.
2. Remove the wheels.
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NOTE: Keep left-side and right-side wheels sepa-
rated for installing them on their proper sides.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
KM569
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.
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NOTE: Make sure each wheel is installed on its
proper hub as noted in removing (the "rotation
arrow" must indicate forward direction of rotation).
KM581
2. Tighten in a crisscross pattern to 40 ft-lb.
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.
Do not operate the ATV 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: Make sure all tires are the specified size and
have identical tread pattern.
3. Check the front wheel toe-in and toe-out and adjust
as necessary (see Steering/Frame - Measuring/
Adjusting Toe-In/Toe-Out).
! WARNING
! WARNING
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