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9924707 - 2013–2014 RZR 800 Service Manual
© Copyright 2013 Polaris Sales Inc.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Situation Probable Cause
Remedy
Engine RPM
below specified
operating range,
although engine
is properly tuned
-Wrong or broken drive clutch spring
-Drive clutch shift weight too heavy
-Driven clutch spring broken or installed in
wrong helix location
-Replace with recommended spring
-Install correct shift weight kit to match engine
application
-Replace spring; refer to proper installation
location
Erratic engine
operating RPM
during
acceleration or
load variations
-Drive clutch binding
-Belt worn unevenly - thin / burnt spots
-Driven clutch malfunction
-Sheave face grooved
A. Disassemble drive clutch; inspect shift
weights for wear and free operation
B. Clean and polish stationary shaft hub;
reassemble clutch without spring to determine
problem area
Replace belt
A. Replace ramp buttons
B. Inspect movable sheave for excessive
bushing clearance
-Replace the clutch
Engine RPM
above specified
operating range
-Incorrect drive clutch spring (too high of
rate)
-Drive clutch shift weights incorrect for
application (too light)
-Drive clutch binding
-Driven clutch binding
-Converter sheaves greasy; belt slipage
-Install correct recommended spring
-Install correct recommended shift weights
-Disassemble and clean clutch, inspecting shift
weights and rollers; Reassemble without the
spring and move sheaves through entire range
to further determine probable cause
-Disassemble, clean, and inspect driven clutch,
noting worn sheave bushing and ramp buttons
and helix spring location
-Clean sheaves with denatured alcohol or brake
cleaner, install new belt
Harsh drive clutch
engagement
-Drive belt worn too narrow
-Excessive belt / sheave clearance with new
belt
-Replace belt
-Perform belt / sheave clearance adjustment
with shim washers beneath spider
Drive belt turns
over
-Wrong belt for application
-Replace with correct belt
Belt burnt, thin
spots
-Abuse (continued throttle application when
vehicle is stationary, excess load)
-Dragging brake
-Slow, easy clutch engagement
-Caution operator to operate machine within
guidelines
-Inspect brake system
-Fast, effective use of throttle for efficient
engagement
CLUTCHING