Polaris 800 switchback assault - Drive Belt Deflection; Drive Belt Adjustment

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MAINTENANCE
Clutch System
n Drive Belt Deflection
Measure belt deflection with both
clutches at rest and in their full
neutral position.
Place a straight edge (1) on the
belt and apply downward pressure
while measuring at point 2. This
measurement should be 1 1/4
inches (3.2 cm).
Drive Belt Adjustment
1. Loosen the 7/16-inch jam nut on the belt width adjuster.
2. Using a 1/8-inch Allen wrench, turn the set screw inward (clock-
wise) to increase the distance between the sheaves or outward
(counter-clockwise) to decrease the distance.
3. Tighten the jam nut.
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