SECTION 18 – CLUTCHES
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DANGER
• See General Warning on page 1-2.
WARNING
• See General Warning on page 1-2.
Drive and driven clutches changed late-2011 model year to use different internal springs. In addition, a driven clutch
redesign included a revised fixed sheave, moveable sheave and cam that eliminated the large washer. New part
numbers were assigned. The previous drive clutch and driven clutch will remain available for replacement as whole
units. Replacement parts will also remain available for the previous drive clutch and driven clutch. The new drive and
driven clutches are backward compatible only if installed as a set.
See following CAUTIONS.
CAUTION
• To avoid undesirable performance, always install the drive clutch and driven clutch as a matching pair.
Never mix the new drive clutch with the old driven clutch and vice versa.
• Be very careful with the clutches. A clutch that has been dropped will not be properly balanced. If
either clutch is dropped, assume that it is damaged and replace it.
To remove, disassemble and assemble the drive and driven clutches properly, the following tools should be used:
Drive clutch tool:
• Drive Clutch Puller (CC P/N 103601401)
Driven clutch tool:
• Driven Clutch Disassembly Tool (CC P/N 103601701)
CLUTCH TROUBLESHOOTING
See General Warning on page 1-2.
If the clutches are not operating properly, perform the following:
1.
Check the governor and throttle settings.
See Engine RPM Adjustment – Through Early-2012 Model Year,
2.
Inspect both clutches for dirt and debris buildup on component parts. Clean the exterior surfaces of both clutches
with water to remove any dust or dirt, then drive the vehicle and check for proper operation.
on page 18-5. See Driven Clutch on page 18-10.
3.
Check the clean clutches for wear.
4.
If cleaning both clutches does not solve the problem, disassemble and thoroughly clean all parts in the drive and
driven clutches.
See following CAUTION.
2009-2012 XRT 950 Maintenance and Service Manual
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