Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting Checklist - Polaris 2005 SPORTSMAN 500 Servise Manual

TRANSMISSION
26. Install the compression spring (K).
K
27. Install the park lockout assembly. Torque the park
lockout to 14--18 ft.lbs. (19--24 Nm).
14--18 ft.lbs.
28. Apply Crankcase
2871557) onto the cover and case mating
surfaces.
29. Tighten the bolt in the hole shown first (see
photo). This helps to align the cover and shafts to
ensure smoother and precise shifting. Torque the
bolts to 6--12 ft. lbs. (12--16 Nm).
8.20
Sealant (3--Bond) (PN
Tighten This
Bolt First
30. Install the transmission switch and secure the
switch with the retaining ring.
31. Install the bellcrank onto the shift shaft. Note the
key splined on the bellcrank and shaft. Install the
nut. Torque the nut to 12--18 ft.lbs. (16--24 Nm).

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHECKLIST
Check the following items when shifting difficulty is
encountered.
Idle speed adjustment
S
Transmission oil type/quality
S
Drive belt deflection
S
*Worn, broken or damaged internal
S
transmission components
6--12 ft.lbs.
(12--16 Nm)
12--18 ft.lbs.
(16--24 Nm)
Install Retaining Ring