Polaris 2005 SPORTSMAN 500 Servise Manual page 182

CLUTCHING
7. Check for movement of the shaft in the stationary
sheave. The shaft should rotate freely until the
stop plate makes contact with the sheave casting.
Some lateral movement is allowable.
amount of movement shall be limited to prevent
the plate from raising out of the sheave pocket.
Stop Plate/Shaft Disassembly
8. It is important to mark the position of the shaft,
stop plate, and sheave before disassembly. This
will aid in reassembly.
Mark Components Before Disassembly
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9. Remove the snap ring (F).
The
10. Remove the stop plate (G) and spacer washer
11. Remove the shaft (I) from the sheave assembly.
Stop Plate
F
(H).
G
H
Inspect washers and bearing for wear.
I