Polaris 550 IQ Shift - Manual (Page 86)

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MAINTENANCE
Clutch System
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Drive Belt Condition
Periodically check the condition and tension of the drive belt, and
always carry a spare. Inspect the belt for signs of excessive wear: frayed
edges, missing cogs, cracks and excessive looseness. Replace the belt if
any of these conditions exist. See Drive Belt Troubleshooting on page
103.
For improved drive-away during extremely cold temperatures, remove
the belt and warm it to room temperature. Reinstall it before starting the
snowmobile.
Drive Belt Removal
1. Stop the engine after operating in a forward motion.
2. Turn the ignition key off. Wait for the engine to come to a complete
stop.
3. Lock the parking brake.
4. Open the hood.
5. Remove the left side panel.
6. Locate the L-wrench in the tool kit. Install the wrench into the open
threaded hole in the outer sheave of the clutch.
7. Turn the wrench clockwise until the sheaves open far enough to
remove the belt.
NOTICE
Do not attempt to remove the drive belt after operating in reverse. The snow-
mobile must be stopped after forward motion to prevent damage to compo-
nents during belt removal.