5.13
BODY / STEERING / SUSPENSION
5
Hub Installation
1. Apply anti-seize compound to spindle area, this will aid in
easier removal of the wheel in the future.
2. Inspect spindle and bearing surface for wear or damage.
Install the inner spacer.
3. Install hub on spindle. Install the outer spacer.
4. Install the washer and spindle nut. Torque the spindle nut
to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
5. Install a new cotter pin. Tighten nut slightly if necessary to
align cotter pin holes.
6. Bend both ends of cotter pin around end of spindle in
different directions.
7. Rotate hub. It should rotate smoothly without binding,
rough spots or side play.
8. Install brake caliper. Tighten bolts to 18 ft.lbs. (24 Nm).
9. Install the brake disc guard.
10. Install the wheel and four wheel nuts finger tight. Lower the
ATV and torque the wheel nuts to 30-35 ft. lbs.
(41-47 Nm).
Inner Spacer
Apply anti-seize compound
Outer Spacer
Front Wheel Torque
Front Wheel Nuts (4)
30-35 ft. lbs.
(41-47 Nm)
Front Spindle Nut
40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm)
18 ft. lbs. (24 Nm)