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MAINTENANCE
Clutch System
Do not lubricate clutch bushings. The bushings in the weights and rollers of Polaris
clutches are made of a material which may be damaged if lubricated. Clean clutch
sheaves periodically to maintain optimum performance.
WARNING
All clutch maintenance and repairs
must be performed by an authorized
Polaris servicing dealer. Any unau-
thorized modifications to clutches,
such as adding or removing weights
will void the warranty.
If you become aware of higher than
normal engagement, an unusual
vibration, or an unusual shift pattern,
contact your dealer immediately. Do
not operate the machine until correc-
tions have been made.
Clutch Alignment and Offset
The primary drive belt is a very impor-
tant part of the drive train. Proper ad-
justment of the two clutches (torque
converter assembly) is necessary to
obtain proper belt life. The informa-
tion on this page is most important in
maintaining proper tolerances. If you
desire more information, consult your
dealer.
The recommended offset between the drive and driven clutches with the belt re-
moved is found on the Owner’s Manual Specification Supplement.
Clutch center distance and alignment are crucial in maintaining optimum perfor-
mance. The drive belt is a very important part of the drive system. Belt to sheave
clearance in the drive clutch should be kept at a minimum. With a new belt, the
least amount of clearance will provide the best throttle response. See your dealer
for adjustments. Belt width and length must match the center distance of the
clutches and sheave width of the drive clutch. For this reason, Polaris recom-
mends that only O.E.M. belts be used. Other belts may match the dimensions, but
can drastically change the shift pattern, resulting in poor performance characteris-
tics.
NOTE:
A worn belt will continue to function, but will not deliver maximum perfor-
mance. Always carry a spare belt in case of an emergency. Belt removal and
installation are covered on page 80.
Clutch Alignment
See Owner’s
Manual Specifica-
tion Supplement for
specification
