CLUTCHES
Drive Belt
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Figure 18-3
Remove Outer Clutch Cover
OUTER CLUTCH COVER INSTALLATION
1.
If reinstalling cover, clean thoroughly before proceeding.
2.
Inspect cover seal, if equipped, and repair or replace as needed.
3.
Place outer clutch cover against the inner clutch cover and align holes
.
4.
Secure with bolts previously removed and tighten to 78 in-lb (8.8 N·m)
.
5.
Install the clutch cover intake hose, if equipped
6.
Install the rear shock absorber on the driver side.
See Rear Shock Installation, Section 9, Page 9-2.
7.
Install the exhaust pipe heat shield. Tighten bolts to 78 in-lb (8.8 N·m).
8.
Place bed locking pin in the stowed position and lower the cargo bed.
See Cargo Bed, Section 4, Page 4-20.
9.
Connect battery and spark plug wire(s).
See Connecting the Battery – Gasoline Vehicles on page 1-4.
DRIVE BELT
The drive belt should be inspected periodically for wear and glazing.
See Periodic Service Schedule, Section 10,
If it is excessively worn, frayed, or glazed, replace the belt.
As the drive belt wears, top speed will decrease but low-end torque will not.
DRIVE BELT REMOVAL
1.
Disconnect battery and spark plug wire(s).
See Disconnecting the Battery – Gasoline Vehicles on page 1-4.
2.
Remove the exhaust pipe heat shield.
3.
Remove the driver side rear shock absorber.
See Rear Shock Removal, Section 9, Page 9-1.
4.
Remove the clutch cover intake hose and the clutch cover.
See Outer Clutch Cover Removal, Section 18,
5.
Locate the only threaded hole in the hub of the driven clutch
6.
Thread an M6 x 1.0 x 40mm service bolt into this hole and continue turning until the driven clutch sheaves are
open enough to reduce belt tension
.
2009-2012 XRT 950 Maintenance and Service Manual
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