1985-1995 Polaris ATV and Light Utility Hauler Service Manual, Page 169Get this manual
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Troubleshooting
If shifting difficulty is still encountered after adjustment, perform the following steps: 12Disconnect shift rods from bellcrankCheck torque required to move bellcrank (should be 10ftIbsSelect gear and hold 10ftIbstorque on belcrankRoll machine in the opposite direction of the gear selected (roll machine backward if forward gear is selected roll machine forward if reverse is selected)NOTE: Be sure to hold torque on bellcrank while rolling until the transmission gears are fully engaged13Start machine and test rideIf transmission operation is satisfactory during the test ride shifting problem is outside the transmissionCheck travel of the shift selector slides, re-check transmission adjustment, fasteners, torque stop, etc Travel of shift selector slides should be .600" (15.2 mm) full movement, or .300" (7.6 mm) one way