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MAINTENANCE

PVT / FINAL DRIVE / WHEEL AND TIRE

BELT INSPECTION PVT DRYING
1. Inspect belt for hour glassing (extreme circular wear
in at least one spot and on both sides of the belt). NOTE
Hour glassing occurs when the drive train does not After operating in water, the vehicle’s PVTsystem
move and the drive clutch engages the belt. should be checked immediately. Use the following 2
instructions to dry it out before operating.
2. Inspect belt for loose cords, missing cogs, cracks,
abrasions, thin spots, or excessive wear. Compare
belt measurements with a new drive belt. Replace if The PVT drain plug is located at the bottom of the outer
necessary. clutch cover. Access the drain plug through the left rear
wheel well.
3. Belts with thin spots, burn marks, etc., should be
replaced to eliminate noise, vibration, or erratic PVT 1. Using a flat blade screwdriver, remove the PVT drain
operation. See the Troubleshooting Chart at the end plug q and O-ring from the outer clutch cover.
of this chapter for possible causes.
PVT INTAKE PRE-FILTER SERVICE
It is recommended that the PVT intake pre-filter be
inspected daily. The filter should be inspected using the
following procedure:
1. The PVT intake pre-filter is located just above the left
rear wheel fender.

2. Loosen the knob on top of the assembly and lift up to
disengage the tab from the cargo box.

2. Allow the water to drain out completely.
3. Reinstall the drain plug and O-ring.
4. Place the transmission in PARK, apply the brake and
start the engine.
5. Apply varying throttle for 10-15 seconds to expel the
moisture and air-dry the belt and clutches.
NOTE
Do not hold the throttle pedal wide open for more than 5
3. Inspect the pre-filter. If necessary, clean with soapy seconds.
water and dry with low pressure compressed air.
6. Allow the engine RPM to return to idle, then shift the
transmission into low gear.
7. Test the PVT system for belt slippage. If the belt
slips, repeat the process or remove the outer clutch
cover to inspect the PVT system (see Chapter 4 –
PVT SYSTEM SERVICEpage for service and
removal procedures).
NOTE
If the vehicle has ingested a large amount of water into
the PVTsystem and has not been operated for a period
of time, be sure to check the PVTsystem components
for water damage.

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