7.28
CLUTCHING (PVT)
TROUBLESHOOTING
Situation
Probable Cause
Remedy
Engine RPM below
specified operating
range, although
engine is properly
tuned.
-Wrong or broken drive clutch spring.
-Drive clutch shift weight too heavy.
-Driven clutch spring broken or installed in wrong
helix location.
-Replace with recommended spring.
-Install correct shift weight kit to match engine
application.
-Replace spring; refer to proper installation location.
Erratic engine
operating RPM
during acceleration or
load variations.
-Drive clutch binding.
-Belt worn unevenly - thin / burnt spots.
-Driven clutch malfunction.
-Sheave face grooved.
A. Disassemble drive clutch; inspect shift weights for
wear and free operation.
B. Clean and polish stationary shaft hub; reassemble
clutch without spring to determine problem area.
Replace belt.
Inspect movable sheave for excessive bushing
clearance.
-Replace the clutch.
Engine RPM above
specified operating
range.
-Incorrect drive clutch spring (too high spring rate).
-Drive clutch shift weights incorrect for application
(too light).
-Drive clutch binding.
-Driven clutch binding.
-Clutch sheaves greasy; belt slipage.
-Install correct recommended spring.
-Install correct recommended shift weights.
-Disassemble and clean clutch, inspecting shift weights
and rollers. Reassemble without the spring and move
sheaves through entire range to further determine
probable cause.
-Disassemble, clean, and inspect driven clutch.
-Clean sheaves with denatured alcohol or brake cleaner,
install new belt.
Harsh drive clutch
engagement.
-Drive belt worn too narrow.
-Excessive belt / sheave clearance with new belt.
-Replace belt.
-Perform belt / sheave clearance adjustment with shim
washers beneath spider.
Drive belt turns over -Wrong belt for application.
-Replace with correct belt.
Belt burnt, thin spots
-Abuse (continued throttle application when
vehicle is stationary, excess load)
-Dragging brake
-Slow, easy clutch engagement
-Caution operator to operate machine within guidelines.
-Vehicle operated with parking brake on. Inspect brake
system.
-Fast, effective use of throttle for efficient engagement.
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Summary of Contents for 2009 Sportsman XP 850
Page 10: ...NOTES GENERAL INFORMATION 1 10 P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 44: ...NOTES MAINTENANCE 2 34 P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 148: ...5 56 ENGINE Balance Shaft Timing P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 154: ...NOTES ENGINE 5 62 P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 202: ...NOTES CLUTCHING PVT 7 30 P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 256: ...NOTES BODY FRAME 9 10 P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 323: ...12 31 ELECTRICAL 12 Instrument Cluster Circuit P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 327: ...12 35 ELECTRICAL 12 Battery Charging Circuits P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 329: ...12 37 ELECTRICAL 12 Constant Power Circuits P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 335: ...12 43 ELECTRICAL 12 Engine Start Command Circuits P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 338: ...12 46 ELECTRICAL AWD ADC Circuits P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 341: ...12 49 ELECTRICAL 12 Radiator Fan Circuit P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 343: ...12 51 ELECTRICAL 12 Gear Selector Switch Circuit P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 356: ...WD 20 WIRE DIAGRAM 2009 SPORTSMAN XP 850 INTL EFI P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 358: ...WD 24 WIRE DIAGRAM 2009 SPORTSMAN XP 850 INTL EPS P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 367: ...WD 5 WIRE DIAGRAM 2009 SPORTSMAN XP 850 AWD ADC P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 374: ...WD 19 WIRE DIAGRAM 2009 SPORTSMAN XP 850 EFI P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...
Page 376: ...WD 23 WIRE DIAGRAM 2009 SPORTSMAN XP 850 EPS P a r t S h a r k c o m 8 7 7 9 9 9 5 6 8 6 ...