Polaris 2008 - Manual (Page 94)

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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. Inspect the belt for signs of excessive wear: frayed
edges, missing cogs, cracks and excessive looseness. Replace the belt if
any of these conditions exist. See Drive Belt Troubleshooting on page
111.
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
1. Stop the engine after operat-
ing in a forward motion.
2. Turn the ignition key off.
Wait for the engine to come
to a complete stop.
3. Lock the parking brake.
4. Open the hood.
5. Remove the left side panel.
6. Locate the L-wrench in the
tool kit. Install the wrench
into the open threaded hole in the outer sheave of the clutch (+).
7. Turn the wrench clockwise until the sheaves open far enough to
remove the belt.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to remove the drive belt after operating in reverse. The snow-
mobile must be stopped after forward motion to prevent damage to compo-
nents during belt removal.
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