Maintenance, Tires, Tire tread depth – Polaris 2015 Ranger Diesel / Crew Diesel User Manual
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MAINTENANCE
Tires
Operating your vehicle with worn tires, improperly inflated tires, non-standard tires or improperly
installed tires will affect vehicle handling and could cause an accident resulting in serious injury or
death. Always follow all tire maintenance procedures as outlined in this manual and on the labels on
the vehicle. Always use POLARIS-approved size and type of tires for this vehicle when replacing tires.
Tire Tread Depth
Always replace tires when tread depth is
worn to 1/8" (3 mm) or less.
Axle and Wheel Nut Torque
Specifications
Inspect the following items occasionally for tightness, and if they've been loosened for
maintenance service.
Do not lubricate the stud or the lug nut.
Nut Type
Location
Nut Torque
Lug Nut
(Aluminum Wheels)
Front and Rear
120 ft. lbs. (163 Nm)
Lug Nut (Tapered)
Front and Rear
60 ft. lbs. (81 Nm)
Spindle Nut
Front
75 ft. lbs. (102 Nm)
Hub Retaining Nuts
Rear
110 ft. lbs. (150 Nm)
WARNING
1/8" (3 mm)