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6. Remove the movable sheave and V-belt and any belt
threads or debris in the CVT housing or sheaves.
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NOTE: If threads are fouling the drive clutch, it may be
necessary to remove the clutch and disassemble it to free
threads from the center bearing (see Engine/Transmis-
sion - Removing Right-Side Components).
CHECKING
Use the Drive Belt Gauge to identify any abnormal wear.
Measure across the top of the V-belt (in multiple loca-
tions) using a Vernier caliper. Do not squeeze the belt as
doing so may produce an inaccurate measurement. The
V-belt must be at least 28.5 mm at any point.
INSTALLING
NOTE: If any drive clutch or driven clutch compo-
nent has been replaced or the technician is unsure of
shim quantity/placement, clutch offset must be veri-
fied (see Engine/Transmission - Installing Right-Side
Components steps 10-13).
1. Making sure the directional arrow on the belt is
aligned with engine rotation, place the new drive belt
in place on the drive clutch; then making sure the
“X” marks are aligned, install the movable sheave on
the driven clutch.
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2. Secure the driven clutch with the cap screw (A),
washer (B), and alignment shim(s) (C); then tighten
to 60 ft-lb.
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3. Place the alignment pins and new gasket on the clutch
housing; then install the CVT cover, CVT exhaust pipe
mount, and air filter bracket and secure with the cap
screws. Tighten in a crisscross pattern to 8 ft-lb.
4. Connect the exhaust duct and tighten the boot clamp
securely.
5. Install the rear shock absorber and secure with the
cap screws. Tighten the upper cap screw to 40 ft-lb
and the lower cap screw to 35 ft-lb.
NOTE: Drive belts require a break-in period (see
Drive Belt Break-In Procedure in the General Infor-
mation Section).
CAUTION
Failure to properly break-in a new drive belt will result in
premature belt failure.