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Polaris Sportsman 500 Service Manual

Polaris Sportsman 500
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BRAKES
9.16
FRONT PAD ASSEMBLY, CONT.
7. Install wheels and torque wheel nuts.
8. It is recommended that a burnishing procedure be
performedafterinstallationofnewbrakepads toextend
servicelifeandreducenoise. Start machine andslowly
increase speed to 30 mph. Gradually apply brakes to
stop machine. Repeat procedure 10 times.
FRONT DISC INSPECTION
1. Visually inspect the brake disc for nicks,
scratches, or damage.
2. Measure the disc thickness at 8 different points
around the pad contact surface using a 0-1″
micrometer. Replace disc if worn beyond service
limit.
3. Mount dial indicator as shown to measure disc
runout. Slowly rotate the disc and read total
runout on the dial indicator. Replace the disc if
runout exceeds specifications.
Front Wheel Nut Torque
20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm)
Brake Disc Thickness
Service Limit .140″ / 3.556 mm
New .150-.164″ (3.810-4.166 mm)
Brake Disc Thickness V ariance
Service Limit .002″ (.051 mm)
difference between measurements.
Brake Disc Runout
Service Limit .005″ (.127 mm)

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Polaris Sportsman 500 Specifications

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BrandPolaris
ModelSportsman 500
CategoryOffroad Vehicle
LanguageEnglish

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