Is a belt covered under Polaris warranty?

Is a belt covered under Polaris warranty?

No. It has a lifetime warranty against manufacture defects and if it separates at the splice. Those are the only two conditions Polaris themselves will warranty a belt.

How do I know if my Polaris Ranger belt is bad?

Here is couple ways to know if your belt is getting worn.

1. If there is a loss of bottom end performance.
2. If you have lost some top end performance.
3. If your machine hit’s the rev limiter and never used to.
4. If your machine is jerking or surging on take off or when under power.

How long does a belt last on a UTV?

Generally, branded ATV belts last for a long time, if you follow the riding guidelines mentioned in the owner manual properly. If maintained properly, belts can last between 3000-5000 miles.

Do Polaris Rangers have drive belts?

When you want assurances that your Full-Size Polaris Ranger can go the distance, look no further than these durable drive belts.

How long should a side by side belt last?

If maintained properly, belts can last between 3000-5000 miles.

How do you break a belt on a Polaris Ranger?

To break in a belt, use low gear (if available) while varying speeds and avoiding wide open throttle for 5 to 10 miles. If no low gear is available, vary at moderate speeds while avoiding wide open throttle for 50 miles. Breaking in a belt is about more than a set number of miles and avoiding high engine RPM.

Who makes Polaris drive belts?

Designed and manufactured by Gates Co., a leading US supplier of Industrial, Automotive and Power-Sport belts, with over 50 years experience in high-performance belt technology.

Does a lift void Polaris warranty?

But in all fairness, the lift kit should not void all warranty. For example a lift kit will not cause a failure in say the electronics.

When to replace the belt on a Polaris Ranger 500?

If a belt fails on your Polaris RANGER 500, always clean any debris from the clutch air duct and from the clutch and engine compartments when replacing the belt. Failure to remove all debris when replacing the belt could result in vehicle damage, loss of control and severe injury or death. The replacement belt is part number 3211169.

Is there a warranty on Polaris Drive belts?

While Polaris offers an extended belt warranty on their vehicles, this warranty only applies to failures that result from a manufacturer’s defect in the construction of the drive belt. Upwards of 98% of belt drive failures result from misuse, abuse, and a lack of maintenance, and none of these failures are covered by the drive belt warranty.

What causes a drive belt failure on a Polaris?

One of the most common failures we see on Polaris vehicles is CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) drive belt failures. While these failures can be expensive to fix, the majority of them can be easy to prevent. The easiest way to extend your belt life is to use the low gear drive range when you are not operating the vehicle at high speeds.

How can I tell if my Polaris Ranger needs service?

If any seals appear to be damaged, your RANGER requires prompt service. Your Polaris Dealer can assist. To find a dealer near you, use the Dealer Locator. Tip: Belt slip is responsible for creating excessive heat that destroys belts, wears clutch components and causes outer clutch covers to fail.

If a belt fails on your Polaris RANGER 500, always clean any debris from the clutch air duct and from the clutch and engine compartments when replacing the belt. Failure to remove all debris when replacing the belt could result in vehicle damage, loss of control and severe injury or death. The replacement belt is part number 3211169.

While Polaris offers an extended belt warranty on their vehicles, this warranty only applies to failures that result from a manufacturer’s defect in the construction of the drive belt. Upwards of 98% of belt drive failures result from misuse, abuse, and a lack of maintenance, and none of these failures are covered by the drive belt warranty.

One of the most common failures we see on Polaris vehicles is CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) drive belt failures. While these failures can be expensive to fix, the majority of them can be easy to prevent. The easiest way to extend your belt life is to use the low gear drive range when you are not operating the vehicle at high speeds.

How do you change clutch on Polaris Ranger?

Position the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent vehicle movement. Place the transmission in neutral. 2. Lift the cargo box. 3. Remove the clutch cover (1) using a 3/8-inch socket with ratcheting wrench and extension. 4. Pull the bottom of the cover outward and over the suspension to remove it.