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Tires
Tire Tread Condition
The use of worn-out tires on an ATV is
very dangerous. A tire is considered to be
worn out when the depth of the tread is
less than 3 mm (1/8 in.). Be sure to
replace the tires before reaching this min-
imum specification.
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Tire Replacement
The ATV has low-pressure tubeless tires.
Have this maintenance performed by an
authorized dealer or a qualified tire repair
station.
Tubeless Tire Repair
Should a leak or flat tire occur due to a
puncture, the tire may be repaired using a
plug-type repair. If the damage is from a
cut or if the puncture cannot be repaired
using a plug, the tire must be replaced.
When operating the ATV in areas where
transportation or service facilities are not
readily available, it is strongly recom-
mended to carry a plug-type repair kit
and a tire pump along.
Wheels
1. Park the ATV on level ground and
engage the brake lever lock.
2. Loosen the lug nuts on the wheel to
be removed.
3. Elevate the ATV.
4. Remove the lug nuts.
5. Remove the wheel.
6. Install the wheel and install the lug
nuts.
7. Install the wheel; then using a criss-
cross pattern, tighten the wheel nuts
in 20 ft-lb increments to a final
torque of 40 ft-lb (steel wheel), 60
ft-lb (aluminum wheel w/black
nuts), or 80 ft-lb (aluminum wheel
w/chrome nuts).
8. Remove the jack.
Muffler/Spark Arrester
The muffler has a spark arrester which
must be periodically cleaned. At the
intervals shown in the Maintenance
Schedule, clean the spark arrester using
the following procedure.
1. Remove the cap screws securing the
spark arrester assembly to the muffler.
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! WARNING
Always use the size and type of tires
as specified. Refer to the appropriate
Specifications Chart for proper tire
inflation pressure, and always main-
tain proper tire inflation pressure.
! WARNING
The use of worn-out tires can be dan-
gerous and can increase the risk of an
accident.
! WARNING
Use only approved tires when replac-
ing tires. Failure to do so could result
in unstable ATV operation.
! WARNING
Wait until the muffler cools to avoid
burns.
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