2003 Polaris Sportsman 700 Owners Manual - Page 115

TROUBLESHOOTING Drive Belt and Cover Problems Possible Cause Driving the ATV onto a pickup or tall trailer in high range. Starting out going up a steep incline. Solution Shift transmission to low range during loading of the ATV to prevent belt burning. When starting out on an incline, use low range or dismount the ATV (after first applying the park brake) and perform the K-turn as described on page 63. Driving at low RPM or Drive at a higher speed or use low range more frequently. low ground speed (at The use of low range is highly recommended for cooler approximately 3-7 MPH). PVT operating temperatures and longer component life. Insufficient warm-up of Warm the engine at least 5 minutes. With the transmission ATVs exposed to low am- in neutral, advance the throttle to about 1/8 throttle in bient temperatures. short bursts, 5 to 7 times. The belt will become more flexible and prevent belt burning. Slow and easy clutch engagement. Towing/pushing at low RPM/low ground speed. Utility use/plowing snow, dirt, etc. Stuck in mud or snow. Use the throttle quickly and effectively for efficient engagement. Use low range only. Use low range only. Shift the transmission to low range, and carefully use fast, aggressive throttle application to engage clutch. WARNING: Excessive throttle may cause loss of control and vehicle overturn. Shift the transmission to low range, and carefully use fast, brief, aggressive throttle application to engage clutch. WARNING: Excessive throttle may cause loss of control and vehicle overturn. Climbing over large objects from a stopped position. Belt slippage from water Shift the transmission to neutral. Using the throttle, vary or snow ingestion into the the engine RPM from idle to full throttle. Repeat several PVT system. times as required. During this procedure, the throttle should not be held at the full position for more than 10 seconds. Clutch seals should be inspected for damage if repeated leaking occurs. Clutch malfunction. Contact your Polaris dealer for inspection of clutch components. Poor engine performance. Check for fouled plugs or foreign material in gas tank, fuel lines, or carburetor. Contact your dealer for service. 113