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Polaris 2008 sportsman 800efi User Manual

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MAINTENANCE
ATV 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.
Wheel Inspection
Inspect all wheels for runout or damage. Check wheel nuts and
ensure they are tight. Do not over tighten the wheel nuts.
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.
Wheel Installation
1. With the transmission in park 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 .
Item Specification
Steel - Front and Rear
Wheel Nuts
27 ft.lbs. (37 Nm)
Aluminum - Front and Rear
Wheel Nuts
90 ft.lbs. (122 Nm)
Front Hub Retaining Nut 60 ft.lbs. (81 Nm)
Rear Hub Retaining Nut 80 ft.lbs. (108 Nm)
4Wheel Nuts
Retaining Nut
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. Torque to proper specification.
Steel Wheel
Aluminum Wheel

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General IconGeneral
BrandPolaris
Model2008 sportsman 800efi
CategoryOffroad Vehicle
LanguageEnglish

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