Polaris 2005 Phoenix 200, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Constant Variable Transmission (CVT) System
WARNING
Failure to comply with the instructions in this warning can result in
severe injury or death.
Do not modify any component of the CVT system. Doing so may
reduce its strength so that a failure may occur at a high speed.
The CVT system has been precision balanced. Any modification
will cause the system to be out of balance, creating vibration and
additional loads on components.
The CVT system rotates at high speeds, creating large amounts
of force on clutch components. Extensive engineering and
testing has been conducted to ensure the safety of this product.
However, as the owner, you have the following responsibilities to
make sure this system remains safe:
Always follow all recommended maintenance procedures. See
your dealer as outlined in the owner’s manual.
This CVT system is intended for use on Polaris products only. Do
not install it in any other product.
Always make sure the CVT housing is securely in place during
operation.
CVT Drying
There may be some instances when water is accidently ingested into
the CVT system. Use the following instructions to dry it out before
operating:
1. Remove the drain plug and allow the water to drain. Reinstall the
drain plug.
2. Place the transmission in neutral.
3. Start the engine. Apply varying throttle for 10-15 seconds to expel
the moisture and air-dry the belt and clutches. Do not hold the
throttle wide open for more than 10 seconds.
4. Allow the engine RPM to settle to idle speed.
5. Test for belt slippage. If the belt slips, repeat the process.
6. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service as soon as possible.