Maintenance, Tires, Power steering unit – Polaris 2015 Ranger Diesel / Crew Diesel User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Tires

Wheel Removal

1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Place the transmission in PARK. Stop the engine.
3. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
4. Elevate the side of the vehicle by placing a suitable stand under the frame.
5. Remove the wheel nuts and washers. Remove the wheel.

Wheel Installation

1. Place the transmission in PARK.
2. 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.

WARNING! Improperly installed wheels can
adversely affect tire wear and vehicle handling, which
can result in serious injury or death. Always ensure
that all nuts are torqued to specification. Do not
service axle nuts that have a cotter pin installed. See
your POLARIS dealer.

3. Attach the wheel nuts and washers and fin-

ger tighten.

4. Carefully lower the vehicle to the ground.
5. Torque the wheel nuts to specification. See page 89.

Power Steering Unit

If your model is equipped with power steering, fre-

quently clean the areas around and on the power

steering unit to allow proper cooling. Clean these

areas thoroughly.

Clean Often

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