2001 Polaris Sportsman 400-500 DUSE and H.O. Service Manual, Page 191Get this manual
PVT ASSEMBLY
1Inspect PVT inner cover-to engine sealReplace if cracked or damaged2Place new foam seal on transmission input shaft3Apply RTV silicone sealant to outside edge of inner cover-to-engine seal, to ensure water tight fit between the seal and the cover on engine sideSurfaces must be clean to ensure adhesion of silicone sealant4Reinstall cover and tighten rear cover bolts just enough to hold it in place5Fit lip of inner cover seal (A)to engineInstall seal retainer plate and tighten screws securelySeal this edge to cover on engine side
6Torque rear inner cover bolts (B) to specificationInner Cover Bolt Torque (Rear): 12 ftlbs(16.6 Nm) Driven Clutch Retaining Bolt Torque: 17 ftlbs(23.5 Nm) Drive Clutch Retaining Bolt Torque: 40 ftlbs(55 Nm) C
A Seal outer edge to cover with RTV silicone sealant