7.2
FINAL DRIVE
SPECIAL TOOLS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel, Hub, and Spindle Torque Table
FRONT HUB (2X4)
Hub Removal / Inspection
1. Elevate front end and safely support machine under
footrest / frame area.
2. Check bearings for side play by grasping the tire / wheel
firmly and checking for movement. Grasp the top and
bottom of the tire. The tire should rotate smoothly without
binding or rough spots.
3. Remove wheel nuts, washers, and wheel.
4. Remove the two brake caliper attaching bolts.
CAUTION: Do not hang the caliper by the brake line. Use
wire to hang the caliper to prevent possible damage to the
brake line.
5. Remove hub cap, cotter pin, front spindle nut, and washer.
6. Remove the spindle from the backside of the strut. Rotate
each bearing by hand and check for smooth rotation.
Visually inspect bearing for moisture, dirt, or corrosion.
Replace bearing if moisture, dirt, corrosion, or roughness
is evident. Inspect the spindle splines for wear.
PART NUMBER TOOL DESCRIPTION
2872608 Roller Pin Removal Tool
8700226 CV Boot Clamp Pliers
ITEM NUT TYPE SPECIFICATION
Aluminum Wheels
(Cast)
Lug Nut (1) 90 ft. lbs. (122 Nm)
Steel Wheels
(Black / Camo)
Flange Nut (2) 35 ft. lbs. (47 Nm)
Front Spindle Nut - 70 ft. lbs. (95 Nm)
Rear & Center
Hub Retaining Nut
-110 ft. lbs. (150 Nm)
CAUTION
Serious injury may result if machine tips or falls.
Be sure machine is secure before beginning this
service procedure. Wear eye protection when
removing bearings and seals.
Steel Wheel
(Standard Models)
35 ft. lbs. (47 Nm)
Aluminum Wheel
(LE Models)
90 ft. lbs. (122 Nm)
#1
#2
Inspect Spindle Shaft
Inspect Bearing