Polaris 2009 Sportsman XP 850 Service Manual page 201

Troubleshooting, Continued.....
Situation
-Plugged air intake or outlet.
-Belt slippage due to water, oil, grease, etc., rubbing
PVT cover on cover.
overheating (melting)
-High vs. low range.
-Cover seal or ducts leaking
Water ingestion -Operator error
-Belt worn out
Belt slippage -Water ingestion
-Belt contaminated with oil or grease
-Belt worn or separated, thin spots, loose belt
PVT noise
-Broken or worn clutch components, cover hitting
clutches
-Thin spots on belt, worn belt
Engagement
erratic or stabby
-Drive clutch bushings stick
Probable Cause
CLUTCHING (PVT)
Remedy
-Clear obstruction
-Inspect system. Clean , repair or replace as necessary.
Seal PVT system ducts.
-Instruct operator on guidelines for operation in proper
driving range for different terrain as outlined in Owner's
Safety and Maintenance Manual.
-Find leak and repair as necessary.
-Instruct operator on guidelines for operation in wet
terrain as outlined in Owner's Safety and Maintenance
Manual.
-Replace belt.
-Inspect and seal PVT system.
-Inspect and clean.
-Replace belt.
-Inspect and repair as necessary.
-Replace belt. Refer to belt burnt troubleshooting and
instruct operator.
-Inspect and repair clutches.
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