Polaris 2014 BRUTUS Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 101)

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MAINTENANCE
Alternator Belt
Belt Adjustment
Check the alternator belt at the correct service interval as outlined in the Periodic
Maintenance Chart beginning on page 73.
Stop the machine on a flat level surface. Put the gear selector in Park, stop the engine and
exit the vehicle. See page 40.
1. Raise the cargo box. See page 57.
2. Remove the three bolts and remove the shield.
3. The belt tension is correct with 5/16-1/2 in. (7-10
mm) of belt deflection at the mid span of the belt,
when 20 lbf (89 N) is applied to the belt.
4. If the belt tension is not correct, loosen the
mounting bolt and adjustment bolt.
5. Move the top of the alternator to tighten the belt.
6. Tighten the mounting bolt to 15 ft-lbs (20 Nm).
7. Tighten the adjustment bolt to 28 ft-lbs (38 Nm).
8. Install the shield and three bolts.
9. Lower the cargo box. See page 57.
Shield Bolt
Bolt
Mid Span
Adjustment Bolt Alternator
Mounting Bolt