With all the challenges you can encounter i n off-road
riding, there's chance that sometimes something may go
wrong. This section gives you practical advice to help
you deal with a wide range of problems. Take time to read
this section before you ride.
Drive belt wear / burn
Possible cause
Driving onto a
pickup or tall trailer
in high range
Starting out going
up a steep incline
Driving at low RPM
or low speed
(approximately
5-10 km/h)
Insufficient warm-
up at low ambient
temperatures
TROUBLESHOOTING
Solution
Shift transmission to low
range prior to loading ATV to
prevent belt burning
When starting out on an
incline, use low range
Drive at a higher speed or use
low range more frequently.
The use of low range is highly
recommended for lower CVT
operating temperatures and
longer component life.
Warm the engine before
driving, the belt will become
more flexible and prevent belt
burning
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