2012 Polaris 550 IQ Shift ES Owners Manual - Page 88
2012 Polaris 550 IQ Shift ES Manual
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MAINTENANCE Clutch System Drive Belt Installation 1. Drop the drive belt over the drive clutch and pull back the slack. The belt cord line should be flush with, or slightly above, the outer circumference of the driven clutch sheaves. The belt will seat itself in the driven clutch during the break-in period. Adjust the belt ride-out after the break-in period by readjusting belt deflection. Tip: 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 counter-clockwise to tighten the sheaves while working the belt to the outer edge of the sheaves. 3. Remove the L-wrench and store it in the tool kit. 4. Reinstall the side panel. 5. Close and secure the hood. 6. Break in the new belt. See page 49. Drive Belt Belt width and length must match the center distance of the clutches and sheave width of the drive clutch. POLARIS recommends the use of O.E.M. belts. Other belts may match the dimensions, but can drastically change the shift pattern, resulting in poor performance. Tip: A worn belt will continue to function, but will not deliver maximum performance. Always carry a spare belt in case of an emergency. 84