SUPERATV 2015 – 2017 Gen 3 Portal Gear Hubs Instruction Manual

: September 26, 2024
: SUPERATV

Table of Contents

SUPERATV 2015 – 2017 Gen 3 Portal Gear Hubs
Specifications
FAQs
PARTS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
Wheel Hub Bolt Patterns
WARRANTY
CONTACT INFORMATION
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SUPERATV 2015 – 2017 Gen 3 Portal Gear Hubs

Specifications

Model: Gen 3 Portal Gear Hubs
Manufacturer: SuperATV
Warranty: Void if grease is used instead of SuperATV Portal Blood

FAQs

Q: Can I use grease instead of SuperATV Portal Blood?

A: No, using grease will cause gear and bearing failure and void the warranty. Always use SuperATV Portal Blood for filling the gear box.

Q: What should I do if the numbers on the lid and housing do not match?

A: Stop installation and contact SuperATV for assistance. The numbers on the lid and housing must match for proper installation.

Q: Can I use an impact wrench during installation?

A: No, refrain from using an impact wrench when installing or removing hardware. Torque to a maximum of 60 ft/lbs to prevent damage.

Do not discard packaging until the product has been successfully installed.

PARTS

Item Description

A| Rotor x 4
B| Left Gear Box x 2
C| Right Gear Box x 2
D| Gasket x 4
E| Cap x 4
F| Recessed Nut x 4
Item Description

Brake Lines : for following skud’s PGH-1-33-151 / PGH-1-33-301

Length (Approx) Location

50”| Right Front
42”| Left Front
REUSE STOCK| Rears

Brake Lines : for following SKU’s PGH-1-33-153 / PGH-1-33-303

Length (Approx) Location

57”| Right Front
50”| Left Front
97”| Right Rear
68”| Left Rear

Front Brake Lines have the same style fittings at each end.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

Read ALL instructions prior to operating Portal Gear Hubs. Injury to personnel, portal gear hub, and/or machine failure may be caused by improper installation, maintenance, or operation.

It is dangerous to get under a jacked-up vehicle. The vehicle could slip oﬀ the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never place any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Hot oil can cause severe burns. Use extreme care when removing lubrication plugs and when working close to a unit that has been in operation.
Sheck lube level between scheduled lube changes to ensure that proper lube level is maintained. Inspect the tightness of mounting bolts, excessive heating, or any unusual noise or vibration.
Serious personal injury may occur as a result of improperly performed maintenance, adjustments, or repairs.
Always be extremely careful when working on the portal gear hub. Always follow commonly accepted safety practices and general common sense. Never risk personal injury.
Do not operate the portal gear hub without proper lube and the correct amount.

For safe operation and to maintain the unit warranty, when changing a provided fastener for any reason, it becomes the responsibility of the person making the change to properly account for fastener grade, thread engagement, load, tightening torque and the means of torque retention.

Mounting bolts should be periodically checked to ensure that the unit is firmly anchored for proper operation.
These instructions are not intended to cover all details or variations in equipment, nor provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection with selection, installation, operation, and maintenance. Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise that are not covered sufficiently for the Buyer’s purpose, the matter should be referred to SuperATV®.

In the event of the resale of any of the goods, in whatever form, Resellers/Buyers will include the following language in a conspicuous place and in a conspicuous manner in a written agreement covering such sale:
The manufacturer makes no warranties or representations, express or implied, by operation of law or otherwise, as to the merchantability or fi tness for a particular purpose of the goods sold hereunder. Buyer acknowledges that it alone has determined that the goods purchased hereunder will suitably meet the requirements of their intended use. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for consequential, incidental or other damages. Even if the repair or replacement remedy shall be deemed to have failed of its essential purpose under Section 2-719 of the Uniform Commercial Code, the manufacturer shallhave no liability to Buyer for consequential damages. Resellers/Buyers agree to also include this entire document including the danger, warnings and cautions above in a conspicuous place and in a conspicuous manner in writing to instruct users on the safe usage of the product.

When installing or removing hardware shown DO NOT USE IMPACT WRENCH. Torque to 60 ft/lbs MAX

DO NOT USE IMPACT WRENCH WHEN INSTALLING ANY HARDWARE INTO HOUSING

Front Components Removal : Keep all components removed from the machine.

Rear Components Removal : Keep all components removed from the machine.

remove Brake Lines only if your kit includes (4) Brake Lines

Install provided Studs into Rotors (A):

See “Wheel Hub Bolt Patterns”.
Note the machine bolt pattern and lug size.
Set Rotors (A) aside when complete.

Wheel Hub Bolt Patterns

Pattern Machine Diameter

A| Polaris| 156mm
B| Can-Am/Teryx4| 137mm
C| Arctic Cat| 115mm
D| Honda/Yamaha| 110mm

Front: do not tighten hardware completely unless noted.

Secure the Steering Arm (M) to the Left Spindle (H) with the hardware shown.
Secure Left Spindle (H) to Ball Joints on A-Arms with stock hardware. Torque to 42 ft/lbs.
Secure Left Gear Box (B) and Front Caliper Mounting Bracket (G) to the Left Spindle (H) with the hardware shown.
Secure stock Axle with Recessed Nut (F); use thread locker.

Tighten all hardware completely

Secure Gasket (D) and Cap (E) to Left Gear Box (B) with hardware shown.
Secure Rotor (A) to Gear Box Axle Shaft with hardware shown.
Reinstall stock Calipers to Front Caliper Mounting Bracket (G) with stock hardware.
Front Brake Calipers must be switched: passenger side to driver side. Bleeders must face up.

Brake Lines installation:

Install provided Front Brake Lines.
Ensure that no binding occurs after Brake Lines have been installed and secured.
Secure Tie Rod Ends to innermost hole in Steering Arms (M)(N) with stock hardware.
Machines with SuperATV Heavy Duty Tie Rod Ends must use the provided hardware shown when securing to Steering Arms.

Rear : do not tighten hardware completely unless noted.

Install the Left Hub Adapter (S) and Left Bearing Carrier (K) to the Rear Arm with the hardware shown.

Secure RSL’s with hardware shown; see note.

Secure the Left Gear Box (B) and Rear Caliper Mounting Bracket (P) to the Left Bearing Carrier (K) and Trailing Arm with the hardware shown.
Secure stock Axle with Recessed Nut (F); use thread locker and tighten completely.
Secure Gasket (D) and Cap (E) to Left Gear Box (B) with hardware shown.
Secure Rotor (A) to Gear Box Axle Shaft with hardware shown.
Torque to minimum 300 Ft/Lbs.
Continue tightening until the Cotter Pin can be installed.

Tighten all hardware completely and repeat the steps for the opposite side.

Brake Caliper:

Reinstall stock Calipers to Rear Caliper Mounting Brackets (P) with M10 hardware removed fromAdapter Plate.
If included, install provided Rear Brake Lines.
Ensure that no binding occurs after Brake Lines have been installed and secured.
Attach a hose to a funnel and fill each Gear Box (B-C) with SuperATV Portal Blood.
Fill up to fill a hole.
Install Drain Plug.

WARRANTY

WHEN FILLING THE GEAR BOX USE ONLY SUPERATV PORTAL BLOOD. USING GREASE WILL CAUSE FAILURE OF GEARS AND BEARINGS. USING GREASE WILL VOID THE WARRANTY

Liability Statement

SuperATV’s® products are designed to best fit user’s ATV/UTV under stock conditions. Adding, modifying, or fabricating any factory or aftermarket parts will void any warranty provided by SuperATV® and is not recommended. SuperATV’s® products could interfere with other aftermarket accessories. If the user has aftermarket products on the machine, contact SuperATV® to verify that they will work together. Although SuperATV® has thousands of satisfied customers, users should be aware that installing lift kits, long travel, or suspension kits, tires, etc. will change the ride of the machine and may increase maintenance and part wear. Operating any off-road machine while, or after, consuming alcohol and/or drugs increases the risk of bodily harm or death. No warranty or representation is made as to this product’s ability to protect users from severe injury or death. SuperATV® urges operators and occupants to wear a helmet and appropriate riding gear at all times. By purchasing and installing SuperATV® products, the user agrees that should damages occur, SuperATV® will not be held responsible for loss of time, use, labor fees, replacement parts, or freight charges. SuperATV®, nor any 3rd party, will not be held responsible for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages that result from any product purchased from SuperATV®. The total liability of the seller to the user for all damages, losses, and causes of action, if any, shall not exceed the total purchase price paid for the product that gave rise to the claim. SuperATV® will warranty only parts provided by SuperATV®. Any damage or problems with OEM housings, bearings, seals, or other manufacturers’ products will not be covered by SuperATV®. SuperATV® parts and products are not warranted if item was not installed properly, misused, or modified. Installing, adding, modifying, or fabricating any factory or aftermarket product to your ATV/UTV may violate certain local, state, and federal laws. Be advised that laws vary depending on town, city, county, state, etc. Use of certain products on public streets, roads, or highways may be in violation of law. The Buyer is solely and exclusively legally and personally responsible for any violation of the law by the installation or use of the product. You must abide by all local, state, and federal laws, including but not limited to vehicle safety, traffic laws, and ordinances. It is your responsibility to know the laws and how they apply to you. The Buyer is responsible to fully understand the capability and limitations of his/her vehicle according to manufacturer specifications, warnings, and instructions and agrees to hold SuperATV® harmless from any damage resulting from failure to adhere to such specifications, warnings, and/ or instructions. The Buyer is also responsible to obey all applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances when operating his/her vehicle while using this product, and the Buyer agrees to hold SuperATV® harmless from any violation thereof.