Polaris 2010 FST IQ Touring - Manual (Page 129)

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MAINTENANCE
Clutch System
Drive Belt Removal
NOTICE: 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.
1. Stop the engine after operating in a forward motion.
Tip: For easier accessibility, make sure the clutch tool access hole is visible
between the 11:00 and 2:00 positions of the clutch sheave.
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. Rotate the driven clutch
counterclockwise 1/4 turn by
hand to ensure forward
engagement before attempt-
ing to remove the belt.
7. Install an L-wrench into the
open threaded access hole in
the outer sheave of the clutch.
8. Turn the wrench clockwise until the sheaves open far enough to
remove the belt.
11:00 2:00
Access Hole