2008 Polaris Sportsman 500 EFI/X2/Touring/500 H.O. Service Manual, Page 51Get this manual
MAINTENANCE Wheel Installation
1With the transmission in Park and the parking brake locked, place the wheel in the correct position on the wheel hubBe sure the valve stem is toward the outside and rotation arrows on the tire point toward forward rotationAttach the wheel nuts and finger tighten themLower the vehicle to the groundSecurely tighten the wheel nuts to the proper torque listed in the tableSteel Wheel Aluminium Wheel
Tire Inspection
Improper tire maneuverabilityinflation may affect ATV
When replacing tire always use original equipment size and type The use of non-standard size or type tires may affect ATV handlingTire Tread Depth Always replace tires when tread depth is worn to 18" or lessTread Depth 18" (3 mm) (3 mm)
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