mAINTENANCE (new style clutch)
NOTICE
This section is intended to aid users in the maintenance of drive assemblies with a new style
Checking The Drive Belt
The drive belt needs to be changed as soon as it begins to show signs of wear. DO NOT reuse a belt under any circumstances. Indications of excessive belt wear are fraying, squealing when in use, belts that emit smoke or a burning rubber smell when in use.
To gain access to the drive belt, remove the drive belt guard cover, then visually inspect the drive belt for signs of damage or excessive wear. If the drive belt is worn or damaged, replace the drive belt.
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to insert hands or tools into the belt area while the engine is running and the safety guard has been removed. Keep fingers, hands, hair and clothing away from all moving parts to prevent bodily injury.
WARNING
DO NOT remove the
belt measurement
Long life can be expected with this new drive assembly as long as the belt is kept properly aligned.
The clutch will not shift correctly if the belt width is below 1.14". Measure the CVT belt every 100 hours of use to make sure it is within the specified tolerance. See Figure 28.
CVT BELT
CALIPERS
Figure 28. Belt Measurement
Removing the Drive Belt
1.Remove
Upper (Drive) Pulley
Lower (Driven) Pulley
Figure 29. Drive Belt, Belt Holder and Pulleys
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