2008 YAMAHA RHINO 700 wheel torque

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EVU01230
Steering
Park on level ground. Turn the steering wheel right
and left. Check for excessive free play, abnormal
noises, or a rough feeling. Have a Yamaha dealer
repair as necessary for proper operation.
EVU00470
Fittings and fasteners
Always check the tightness of chassis fittings and
fasteners before a ride. Take the vehicle to a
Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Manual for
correct tightening torque.
EVU00480
Lights
Check the headlights and tail/brake lights to make
sure they are in working condition. Repair as nec-
essary for proper operation.
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EVU00940
Wheel installation
1. Install the wheel and the nuts.

The arrow mark on the tire must point to-
ward the rotating direction of the wheel.


Tapered nuts are used for both the front and
rear wheels. Install the nuts with their tapered
side towards the wheel.
2. Lower the vehicle so that the wheel is on the
ground.
3. Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified
torque.WARNING
Do not reverse the rims on the Rhino to widen
the track width. Installing wheels improperly
increases the risk of wheel failure and acci-
dents.
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8-117 1. Arrow mark
1. Flèche
1. Flecha
1
1. Tapered nut
1.Écrou conique
1. Tuerca cónica
1
Wheel nut torque:
Front: 55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf, 40 ft·lbf)
Rear: 55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf, 40 ft·lbf)
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