2011 Polaris Cross Roads Owners Manual - Page 65
2011 Polaris Cross Roads Manual
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Maintenance Drive Belt Tension Data Specifications are listed below for deflection and sonic tension. Sonic tension measurement requires Gates Sonic Tension Meter 507C or an equivalent. Drive Belt Deflection (Using PV-43532 Tension Gauge) Deflection CROSS ROADS 32 mm ± 0.5 mm CROSS COUNTRY 32 mm ± 0.5 mm Drive Belt Sonic Tension (Using Sonic Tension Meter) Required Data Span Belt Width Belt Mass Constant 708.6 28 mm 8.4 Sonic Tension CROSS ROADS 20 Hz ± 1 CROSS COUNTRY 20 Hz ± 1 Drive Belt Tension Inspection On new drive systems or belt, adjust belt tension after the first 500 miles (800 km). Adjust tension at each tire change thereafter. Tip: Do not inspect or adjust drive belt tension when the belt is wet. Improper adjustment will result. Base Belt Tension Gauge Checking drive belt tension involves using the belt tension gauge (P/N PV-43532). You can also use a Sonic Tension Meter if available. Before beginning this procedure: • Make sure the drive system is clean, dry, and at room temperature (belt and sprockets). • Be sure suspension is properly adjusted. • Belt tension must be adjusted at the tightest spot. Small O-Ring Plunger 61