Polaris 2005 SPORTSMAN 500 Servise Manual page 187

TROUBLESHOOTING
Situation
Belt slippage -Belt worn out
-Water ingestion
-Belt contaminated with oil or grease
Belt burnt, thin -Abuse (continued throttle application when
spots vehicle is stationary, excess load)
-Dragging brake
-Slow, easy clutch engagement
PVT noise -Belt worn or separated, thin spots, loose
belt
-Broken or worn clutch components, cover
hitting clutches
Probable Cause Remedy
-Replace belt.
-Inspect and seal PVT system.
-Inspect and clean.
-Caution operator to operate machine within guidelines.
-Vehicle operated with park brake on. Inspect brake system.
-Instruct firm, effective use of throttle for efficient engage-
ment.
-Replace belt.
-Inspect and repair as necessary.
CLUTCHING
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