Polaris 600RR - Manual (Page 87)

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MAINTENANCE
Clutch System
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Drive Belt Condition
Periodically check the condition and tension of the drive belt, and
always carry a spare belt. For improved drive-away during extremely
cold temperatures, remove the belt and warm it to room temperature.
Reinstall it before starting the snowmobile.
Drive Belt Removal
CAUTION
Do not attempt to remove the drive belt after operating in reverse. The
snowmobile must be stopped after forward motion to prevent damage to
components during belt removal. Rotate the driven clutch
counterclockwise 1/4 turn by hand to ensure forward engagement before
attempting to remove the belt.
1. Stop the engine after operating in a forward motion. Wait for the
engine to come to a complete stop.
2. Apply the brake (or lock the parking brake if equipped).
3. Open the hood, remove the clutch guard retaining pin and open the
clutch guard.
4. Rotate the driven clutch counterclockwise 1/4 turn by hand to
ensure forward engagement.
5. Locate the L-wrench in the tool kit and install it into the open
threaded hole in the outer sheave of the clutch. Rotate the wrench
until the sheaves open far enough to remove the belt.
Drive Belt Installation
1. Drop the drive belt over the drive
clutch and pull back the slack (A).
NOTE: To ensure satisfactory belt life, install
belts so they operate in the same
direction of rotation by positioning
the identification numbers so that
you can read them. If required,
separate the sheaves as outlined in
the belt removal procedures.
2. Rotate the L-wrench to tighten the sheaves. Remove the wrench
and store in the tool kit.
3. Close the clutch guard and reinstall the retaining pin.
4. Close and secure the hood and release the parking brake.
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