Polaris Ranger 500 2x4 2007, Service Manual

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6.14
CLUTCHING
Button To Tower Clearance Inspection
1. Inspect for any clearance between spider button to tower.
If clearance exists, replace all buttons and inspect surface
of towers.
See “Spider Removal”
2. Inspect sheave surfaces. Replace the entire service clutch
if worn, damaged or cracked.
Clutch Disassembly
1. Using a permanent marker, mark the cover, spider,
moveable and stationary sheaves, and steel post to the
stationary sheave for reference. The X’s may not have
been in alignment before disassembly.
2. Remove cover bolts evenly in a cross pattern, and remove
cover plate.
3. Inspect cover bushing (A). The outer cover bushing is
manufactured with a Teflon™ coating. Bushing wear is
determined by the amount of Teflon™ remaining on the
bushing.
4. Inspect area on shaft where bushing rides for wear, galling,
nicks, or scratches. Replace clutch assembly if worn or
damaged.
5. Remove and inspect the clutch spring.
Button to Tower Clearance:
000-.001”
Mark
“X” Mark
Cover Bushing Inspection:
Replace the cover bushing if more brass
than Teflon™ is visible on the bushing.
Refer to bushing replacement
in this chapter.
A
Inspect Shaft