Polaris RANGER 500, Owner'S Manual

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12. Check for signs of damage to seals on the transmission and engine. If any
seals appear to be damaged, your vehicle requires prompt service. Your
POLARIS dealer can assist.
TIP
Belt slip is responsible for creating excessive heat that destroys belts, wears
clutch components and causes outer clutch covers to fail. Switch to low range
while operating at slower speeds to extend the life of the PVT components
(belt, cover, etc.).
13. To install a belt, place one end of the belt over the driving clutch. Route the
belt over the top of the driven clutch and down into the groove of the clutch to
allow slack in the belt. Rotate the driven clutch by hand until the belt falls into
place.
14. Reinstall the clutch cover in the reverse order of removal, fitting the top of the
cover into place, then working the bottom of the cover over the suspension.
15. Install all clutch cover screws. Torque to 4-5 ft. lbs. (5.5-6.5 Nm).
POLARIS VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (PVT) SYSTEM
PVT DRYING
There may be some instances when water is ingested into the PVT system. Use
the following instructions to dry it out before operating:
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
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