Polaris TX Starfire - Drive Belt Inspection and Installation

DRIVE BELT
The drive belt is used to transfer power from the engine to the
track through the drive and driven
clutches. A great amount of
torque and surface speed are put through the belt.
Before each and every race or heat race, remove belt and in-
spect
for distortion, wear, or fatigue. If it is bad, replace with a
new
belt.
NOTE: Drive belts must be kept free of dirt, grease, oil, and
moisture
both when in use and in storage.
BELT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(See Diagram)
1. With hood off, open the driven sheave by pushing and
twisting.
2. Pull bottom of belt in toward inside of driven pulley. Slip
loose belt
over top edge of sheave.
3. Remove old belt from drive sheave.
4. To install new belt, reverse procedure, being careful not to
damage belt and keeping it free of moisture, dirt, etc.
WARNING: Never start or run engine with belt removed.
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