Polaris 2009 Trail Boss 330 Service Manual page 148

CLUTCH
Harsh drive -Drive belt worn too narrow.
clutch engage-
ment. -Excessive belt/sheave clearance with new
belt.
Drive belt turns -Wrong belt for application.
over
-Clutch alignment out of spec.
-Engine mount broken or loose.
PVT cover -Plugged air intake or outlet
overheating
(melting) -Belt slippage due to water, oil, grease,
etc., rubbing on cover
-Clutches or weight being applied to cover
while in operation
-High vs. low range
Water ingestion -Cover seals or ducts leaking
-Operator error
Belt slippage -Belt worn out
-Water ingestion
-Belt contaminated with oil or grease
Belt burnt, thin -Abuse (continued throttle application when
spots vehicle is stationary, excess load)
-Dragging brake
-Slow, easy clutch engagement
PVT noise -Belt worn or separated, thin spots, loose
belt
-Broken or worn clutch components, cover
hitting clutches
Engagement -Thin spots on belt, worn belt
erratic or stabby
-Drive clutch bushings stick
6.24
-Replace belt.
-Perform belt/sheave clearance adjustment with shim wash-
ers beneath spider.
-Replace with correct belt.
-Adjust alignment offset.
-Inspect/adjust or replace.
-Clear obstruction.
-Inspect system. Clean , repair or replace as necessary.
Seal PVT system ducts.
-Remove weight. Inform operator.
-Instruct operator on guidelines for operation in proper driving
range for different terrain as outlined in Owner's Safety and
Maintenance Manual.
-Find leak and repair as necessary.
-Instruct operator on guidelines for operation in wet terrain as
outlined in Owner's Safety and Maintenance Manual.
-Replace belt.
-Inspect and seal PVT system.
-Inspect and clean.
-Caution operator to operate machine within guidelines.
-Vehicle operated with park brake on. Inspect brake system.
-Fast, effective use of throttle for efficient engagement.
-Replace belt.
-Inspect and repair as necessary.
-Replace belt. Refer to belt burnt troubleshooting and instruct
operator.
-Inspect and repair clutches.