How to Change a Polaris RZR Belt
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Thoroughly inspect clutch before the trip, make sure the primary bearing spins freely
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Blow out clutches and clutch cover with compressed air to remove dust and debris
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Check clutch sheaves for signs of wear such as groves, cracks, or heat marks
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Excessive belt blowout is due to worn, damaged clutches or clutch misalignment
Step 1: Cover Removal
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Using a flat-head screwdriver, remove the hose clamp on the clutch air intake tube
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Remove the 8mm bolts from the plastic clutch cover housing, then remove the cover by pulling gently
Step 2: Remove Old Belt
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Using your hand or a pair of pliers, remove all pieces of the broken belt inside the clutch housing
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Be sure to check behind the clutches, the intake tube, and the exhaust tube ( located between the primary and secondary clutch in the top of the clutch housing)
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Broken belt debris left in clutch housing results in added belt wear and additional clutch maintenance
Step 3: Spread Clutch Sheaves
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Thread the SXS TOOL clockwise into the threads in the secondary clutch (right side) to spread the sheaves. rotate until sheaths are spread
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Do not force SXS TOOL; this can cause damage to the secondary or the tool
Step 4: New Belt Installation
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Ensure the new belt is clean without loose cords, missing cogs, abrasions, burns, fraying, or any damage
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Loop the new belt around the primary clutch
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Rotate new belt onto secondary counter-clockwise by hand
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Face part number outward for easy identification
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Rotate SXS TOOL counter-clockwise until fully unthreaded
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Spin secondary clutch five to seven times to seat belt
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Idle vehicle in park to be sure there is no additional debris in the clutch. Turn the vehicle off before continuing
Step 5: Cover Reinstallation
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Line up the cover with the clutch housing, reinstall 8mm factory hardware (36 IN-IBS)
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Reinstall intake tube and hose clamp (25 IN-IBS)
Additional RZR Belt Knowledge
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If the secondary does not spin in park service clutch
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Be sure to inspect the cover seal for signs of wear or damage, replace if necessary
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Drive vehicle in low gear at alternating rpm to evenly wear in and warm up belt surfaces
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Always install the clutch cover; debris and rocks in clutch housing will cause damage
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Holding constant rpm while driving causes hot spots on the clutch and leads to additional wear