Polaris A12MH46AX Service Manual page 243

6. Inspect ramp buttons in the moveable sheave and
replace if worn.
NOTE: The ramp buttons are secured by Torx™
screws (T20). Use heat to loosen screw locking
agent prior to removal.
7. Remove moveable sheave and note the number of
spacer washers. One spacer must remain between
the sheaves when adjusting belt deflection.
Used to adjust
belt tension. One must
always be installed.
Belt deflection
adjustment washers
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8. Inspect the Teflon™ coating on the moveable sheave
bushing.
Inspect bushing for wear
Moveable Sheave Bushing Inspection:
Replace the bushing if more brass than
Teflon™ is visible on the bushing. Refer to
bushing replacement in this chapter.
9. Inspect driven clutch faces for wear or damage.
10. Clean and inspect splines on helix and transmission
input shaft.
11. Lube splines with a light film of grease.
lubricate the bushings!
CLUTCHING
6
Do not
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