Pvt System Maintenance; Drive Belt Inspection; Pvt System Drying - Polaris RANGER 1000 2020 Service Manual

PVT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

DRIVE BELT INSPECTION

1. Remove PVT Cover. Refer to PVT Clutch Cover
Service page 6.7
2. Inspect belt for hour glassing (extreme circular wear
in at least one spot and on both sides of the belt).
Hour glassing occurs when the drive train does not
move and the drive clutch engages the belt.
3. Inspect belt for loose cords, missing cogs, cracks,
abrasions, thin spots, or excessive wear. Compare
belt measurements with a new drive belt. Replace if
necessary.
4. Belts with thin spots, burn marks, etc., should be
replaced to eliminate noise, vibration, or erratic PVT
operation. Refer to "PVT Troubleshooting" page
for possible causes.
5. Click HERE to view the Drive Belt analysis poster or
scan the QR Code.
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PVT SYSTEM DRYING

IMPORTANT
After operating in water, the vehicle's PVT system
should be inspected immediately. Use the following
instructions to dry the clutches before operating.
The PVT drain plug is located at the bottom of the outer
clutch cover. Access the drain plug through the left rear
wheel well.
1. Using a flat blade screwdriver, remove the PVT drain
q
plug and O-ring from the outer clutch cover.
2. Allow the water to drain out completely.
3. Reinstall the drain plug and O-ring.
4. Place the transmission in PARK, apply the brake and
start the engine.
5. Apply varying throttle for 10-15 seconds to expel the
moisture and air-dry the belt and clutches.
CAUTION
Do not hold the throttle pedal wide open for more than 5
seconds.
6. Allow the engine RPM to return to idle, then shift the
transmission into low gear.
7. Test the PVT system for belt slippage. If the belt slips,
repeat the process or remove the outer clutch cover
to inspect the PVT system.
CAUTION
If the vehicle has ingested a large amount of water into
the PVT system and has not been operated for a period
of time, be sure to check the PVT system components
for water damage.
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