Troubleshooting - Polaris ATV 2002 Owner's Manual

Clutch Drive Belt & Cover Related Issues: Diagnosis
Possible Causes
Loading the ATV into a pick-
up or tall trailer when in high
range.
Starting out going up a
steep incline.
Driving at low RPM or low
ground speed (at approxi-
mately 3--7 MPH).
Insufficient warm--up of
ATVs exposed to low ambi-
ent temperatures.
Slow and easy clutch en-
gagement.
Towing/Pushing at low
RPM/low ground speed.
Plowing snow, dirt, etc./util-
ity use.
Stuck in mud or snow.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Solutions/What to do
Shift transmission to low range during
loading of the ATV to prevent belt burn-
ing.
When starting out on an incline, use
low range, or dismount the ATV after
first applying the park brake and per-
form the "K" turn as described on page
83 of this manual.
Drive at higher speed or use Low
Range. The use of Low Range is high-
ly recommended for cooler PVT oper-
ating temperatures and longer compo-
nent life.
Warm engine at least 5 min., then with
transmission in neutral, advance
throttle to approx. 1/8 throttle in short
bursts, 5 to 7 times. The belt will be-
come more flexible and prevent belt
burning.
Fast, effective use of the throttle for
efficient engagement.
Use Low Range only.
Use Low Range only.
Shift the transmission to Low Range,
carefully use fast, aggressive throttle
application to engage clutch. WARN-
ING: Excessive throttle may cause
loss of control and vehicle overturn.
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