Tire Inspection; Frame, Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners; Storage Compartments - Polaris 2007 Sportsman 500 EF Service Manual

Tire Inspection

• Improper tire inflation
maneuverability.
• When replacing a tire always use original equipment
size and type.
• The use of non-standard size or type tires may affect
ATV handling.
Tire Tread Depth
Always replace tires when tread depth is worn to 1/8"
or less.
WARNING
Operating an ATV with worn tires will increase the
possibility of the vehicle skidding easily with
possible loss of control.
Worn tires can cause an accident.
Always replace tires when the tread depth
measures 1/8" (.3 cm) or less.

Frame, Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners

Periodically inspect the torque of all fasteners in accordance
with the maintenance schedule. Check that all cotter pins are in
place. Refer to specific fastener torques listed in each chapter.
may affect ATV
(3 mm)
Tread
Depth 1/8" (3 mm)

Storage Compartments

The storage compartments are easily accessible. To open the
front compartment turn the latch handle to the horizontal
position on both sides. To close the storage compartment turn
the latch handles just past the vertical position. Use the arrow
located on top of the latch as a reference.
Unlatch
Latch
MAINTENANCE
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