Pvt / Final Drive / Wheels / Tires; Pvt Drying; Drive Shaft Boot Inspection; Wheel And Hub Specification - Polaris Sportsman 850 Service Manual

PVT / FINAL DRIVE / WHEELS / TIRES

PVT DRYING

NOTE
If operating the ATV through water, be sure to check the
PVT system components for water ingestion. After
operating in water, the ATV should be checked
immediately.
1. Access the PVT drain plug
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PVT cover using a long flat blade screwdriver
between the frame and left-hand lower control arm
from the rear of the ATV.
2. Remove the PVT drain plug
3. Allow the water to drain out completely.
4. Reinstall the drain plug and O-ring.
5. Start the engine and shift into park.
6. Apply varying throttle for 10-15 seconds to expel the
moisture and air-dry the belt and clutches.
NOTE
Do not hold the throttle wide open for more than 5
seconds.
7. Allow the engine RPM to return to idle, then shift into
low gear.
8. Test the PVT system for belt slippage. If the belt
slips, repeat the process.

DRIVE SHAFT BOOT INSPECTION

Inspect the front and rear drive shaft boots for damage,
tears, wear, or leaking grease. If the rubber boots exhibit
any of these symptoms, replace the boot (s). Refer to
Chapter 8 for drive shaft boot replacement.
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WHEEL AND HUB SPECIFICATION

NOTE
Remove the CV boot shield from the front lower A-arms
to inspect both front CV boots.
TORQUE
Aluminum Wheel Lug Nuts
75 ft-lbs (102 Nm)
TORQUE
Steel Wheel Lug Nuts
45 ft-lbs (61 Nm)
MAINTENANCE
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