Polaris RANGER 1000 2023 Owner's Manual page 113

BELT INSPECTION
To inspect the drive belt, do the following:
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Belts with thin spots, burn marks, etc., should be replaced to eliminate noise,
vibration, or erratic PVT operation.
BELT INSTALLATION
Be sure to install belt in the same direction as it was removed.
1. With the clutch spreader tool installed, loop the belt over the drive clutch and
over the driven clutch.
2. Rotate the driven clutch and walk the belt into the clutch.
3. Turn the clutch spreader tool counterclockwise to remove from the driven
clutch.
4. Rotate / spin the driven clutch and belt approximately 5-7 times to properly
seat the belt in the driven clutch.
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