FINAL DRIVE
7.2
WHEEL, HUB, AND SPINDLE
TORQUE T
ABLE
Item Specification
Front Wheel Nuts 20 Ft. Lbs. (27 Nm)
Rear Wheel Nuts 50 Ft. Lbs. (68 Nm)
Front Spindle Nut 40 Ft. Lbs. (54 Nm)
Rear Hub Retaining Nut 80 Ft. Lbs. (109 Nm)
NOTE: Refer to exploded views and text for torque
values of other fasteners
CAUTION: Locking nuts and bolts with preapplied
locking agent must be replaced if removed. The
self-locking properties of the nut or bolt are reduced
or destroyed during removal.
FRONT HUB
DISASSEMBL
Y/INSPECTION
1. Elevate front end and safely support machine
under footrest / frame area.
CAUTION: Serious injury may result if machine tips
or falls. Be sure machine is secure before beginning
this service procedure. Wear eye protection when
removing bearings and seals.
2. Check bearings for side play by grasping tire /
wheel firmly (top and bottom) and checking for
movement. It should rotate smoothly without
binding or rough spots.
3. Remove wheel nuts and wheel.
4. Remove the two brake caliper bolts and the brake
caliper.
5. Remove hub cap, cotter pin, front spindle nut, and
washer.
6. Rotate each bearing by hand and check for
smooth rotation. Visually inspect bearing for
moisture, dirt, or corrosion. Replace bearing if
moisture, dirt, corrosion, or roughness is evident.
7. Place a shop towel on hub to protect surface.
Carefully pry seal out of hub.