How does a Polaris off road vehicle shift?
Made up of an infinitely variable drive clutch, driven clutch and belt, it changes gear range to match vehicle power, engine output and changing load conditions. In addition, Polaris Off-Road Vehicles have a gear selector for use when the vehicle is not in motion.
Can a Polaris scrambler be shifted while driving?
Polaris Off-Road Vehicles should not be shifted while driving. ACE, GENERAL, RANGER, RZR, Scrambler and Sportsman vehicles are equipped with Polaris Variable Transmissions (PVT). Made up of an infinitely variable drive clutch, driven clutch and belt, it changes gear range to match vehicle power, engine output and changing load conditions.
What is the gear selector on a Polaris?
In addition, Polaris Off-Road Vehicles have a gear selector for use when the vehicle is not in motion. ORVs have five gears: park (P), reverse (R), neutral (N), low gear (L) and high gear (H). To change gears, stop the vehicle and, with the engine idling, move the shift lever to the desired gear.
Why does my transmission pop out of gear?
A piece of cardboard/paper from the coolant jug was accidentally dropped into the coolant tank. Unfortunately, this tiny piece of cardboard will not dissolve in coolant as it is designed to withstand the chemical makeup of the coolant. This can become lodged in areas inside the radiator that will prevent the proper flow of coolant…
Made up of an infinitely variable drive clutch, driven clutch and belt, it changes gear range to match vehicle power, engine output and changing load conditions. In addition, Polaris Off-Road Vehicles have a gear selector for use when the vehicle is not in motion.
Polaris Off-Road Vehicles should not be shifted while driving. ACE, GENERAL, RANGER, RZR, Scrambler and Sportsman vehicles are equipped with Polaris Variable Transmissions (PVT). Made up of an infinitely variable drive clutch, driven clutch and belt, it changes gear range to match vehicle power, engine output and changing load conditions.
When to use high gear in Polaris Sportsman?
Using high gear for heavy loads, hilly terrain or in wet, muddy conditions will decrease drive belt life. For more on the transmission and drive system of Polaris Off-Road Vehicles, listen to the Off-Road Vehicle Drive System Basics episode of the Polaris Podcast.
Why does my Polaris Ranger have transmission problems?
When this topic has come up in the past, it was suggested that the 2008 models had different mounts than the prior years. This was suppose to eliminate belts breaking and I assume this problem also. Is it simply wear and tear on the belt, or is it an alignment issue?