Clutch Disassembly - Polaris 2014 Sportsman 570 EF Service Manual

CLUTCHING

Clutch Disassembly

1. Using a permanent marker, mark the cover, spider,
and moveable and stationary sheaves for reference,
as the cast in X's may not have been in alignment
before disassembly.
2. Mark the stationary sheave and clutch shaft to verify
the shaft has not turned in the sheave after
tightening the spider during clutch assembly.
3. Remove the (6) cover bolts evenly in a cross pattern
and remove cover plate.
4. Inspect cover bushing (A). The outer cover bushing
is manufactured with a Teflon coating. Wear is
determined by the amount of Teflon remaining on the
bushing.
Cover Bushing Inspection:
Replace the cover bushing if more
brass than Teflon is visible on
the bushing. Refer to bushing
replacement in this chapter.
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5. Remove and inspect the clutch spring. See "Drive
6. Remove the limiter spacer (B) and inspect for wear.
7. Inspect area on shaft (C) where bushing rides for
DO NOT reassemble the drive clutch without the limiter
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Clutch Spring Specifications" for spring inspection.
Replace if excessive wear is evident.
wear, galling, nicks, or scratches. Replace clutch
assembly if worn or damaged.
CAUTION
spacer (B). Belt life will be greatly reduced.