Troubleshooting - Polaris 2013 RANGER RZR S Service Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Situation
-Wrong or broken drive clutch spring.
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Engine RPM below
specified operating -Drive clutch shift weight too heavy.
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range, although
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engine is properly
tuned. -Driven clutch spring broken or installed in
wrong helix location.
-Drive clutch binding.
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Erratic engine
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operating RPM
-Belt worn unevenly - thin / burnt spots.
during acceleration
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or load variations.
-Driven clutch malfunction.
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-Sheave face grooved.
-Incorrect drive clutch spring (too high of rate).
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-Drive clutch shift weights incorrect for
application (too light).
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-Drive clutch binding.
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Engine RPM above
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specified operating
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range.
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-Driven clutch binding.
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-Converter sheaves greasy; belt slipage.
-Drive belt worn too narrow.
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Harsh drive clutch
-Excessive belt / sheave clearance with new
engagement.
belt.
Drive belt turns -Wrong belt for application.
over
-Abuse (continued throttle application when
vehicle is stationary, excess load)
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Belt burnt, thin
-Dragging brake
spots
-Slow, easy clutch engagement
Probable Cause
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Remedy
-Replace with recommended spring.
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-Install correct shift weight kit to match engine
application.
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-Replace spring; refer to proper installation
location.
A. Disassemble drive clutch; inspect shift weights
for wear and free operation.
B. Clean and polish stationary shaft hub;
reassemble clutch without spring to determine
problem area.
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Replace belt.
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A. Replace ramp buttons.
B. Inspect movable sheave for excessive bushing
clearance.
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-Replace the clutch.
-Install correct recommended spring.
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-Install correct recommended shift weights.
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-Disassemble and clean clutch, inspecting shift
weights and rollers. Reassemble without the spring
and move sheaves through entire range to further
determine probable cause.
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-Disassemble, clean, and inspect driven clutch,
noting worn sheave bushing and ramp buttons and
helix spring location.
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-Clean sheaves with denatured alcohol or brake
cleaner, install new belt.
-Replace belt.
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-Perform belt / sheave clearance adjustment with
shim washers beneath spider.
-Replace with correct belt.
-Caution operator to operate machine within
guidelines.
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-Inspect brake system.
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-Fast, effective use of throttle for efficient
engagement.
CLUTCHING
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