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CVT
System
Cleaning:
The
CVT
rotates
at
high
speeds.
Ensure
no
dirt,
dust,
rocks
etc.
enter
the
CVT.
This
will
reduce
the
operating
life
of
the
system.
This
is
especially
true
of
the
belt.
So
before
performing
any
work
on
the
CVT
assembly,
ensure
the
system
is
free
of
any
dirt,
rocks,
etc….
CVT
Maintenance:
Every
1000
kilometers,
12
months,
or
100
hours
(whichever
comes
first),
the
primary
and
secondary
pulleys
as
well
as
the
belt
should
be
checked
for
wear
and
abrasion.
Replace
if
necessary.
WARNING:
The
primary
and
secondary
pulleys
of
the
CVT
have
been
dynamically
balanced.
Any
disassembly
will
require
them
to
be
rebalanced
again
after
reassembly
by
a
qualified
technician.
Failure
to
do
so
will
cause
an
imbalance
that
will
shorten
the
life
of
the
CVT,
engine,
and
transmission.
Belt
Assembly:
After
installing
or
replacing
the
belt,
check
for
up
and
down
free
play.
CVT
Drying
1.
There
may
be
some
instances
when
water
enters
the
CVT
system.
Use
the
following
instructions
to
dry
it
out
before
operating.
2.
Remove
the
CVT
cover.
Allow
the
water
to
drain.
Reinstall
the
CVT
cover.
3.
Shift
the
transmission
to
neutral.
Set
the
parking
brake.
4.
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.
5.
Allow
the
engine
RPM
to
settle
to
idle
speed.
6.
Test
for
belt
slippage.
If
the
belt
slips,
repeat
the
process.
7.
Take
the
vehicle
to
your
dealer
for
service
as
soon
as
possible.
NOTICE:
Exposure
to
salt
water
will
cause
corrosion
to
metal
components.
If
your
vehicle
is
operated
in
salt
water
areas,
rinse
it
off
frequently
with
fresh
water.
