Polaris 2003 Universal Snowmobiles - Manual (Page 145)

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MAINTENANCE
General Maintenance
Standard Belt Installation
1. Drop the drive belt over the
drive clutch and pull back
the slack (A). NOTE: To
ensure satisfactory belt life,
install belts so they operate
in the same direction of
rotation by positioning the
identification numbers so
that you can read them.
2. Turn the driven clutch
moveable sheave clockwise
while pushing inward and
forcing the belt down
between the sheaves.
3. Hold the belt down
between the sheaves and
roll the bottom portion over
the outer clutch sheave (B). Work the belt to the outer edge of the
sheave. Release parking brake if it’s locked.
4. Close the clutch guard and reinstall the retaining knob or pin.
Electronic Reverse Belt Installation
1. If the 1 1/2” bolt is not in place, install it to separate the sheaves.
2. Drop the drive belt over the drive clutch and pull back the slack.
NOTE: To ensure satisfactory belt life, install belts so they
operate in the same direction of rotation by positioning the
identification numbers so that you can read them.
3. Remove the bolt to tighten the sheaves. Store the bolt in the tool
kit for future use.
4. Install the belt tensioner bolt and torque to 4-6 ft. lbs.
A
B