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Torque Converter (See Figure 12)
NOTE: it is recommended that torque converter
maintenance beyond inspection and belt replacement
be performed by your dealer. The following
information is provided as a guide to help determine
when professional maintenance is required.
Inspect the torque converter clutch pulley (1), driven
pulley (3) and drive belt (2) on a regular basis. Check
for dirt and frayed belts plus any other potential
problem that might be obvious from a visual
inspection. If the vehicle is used regularly, the clutch
and driven pulleys should be inspected thoroughly
each month, or daily if used in very dusty conditions.
Always service units before each season. Maximum
service interval recommended is every 50 hours of
operation. Clutch and driven pulleys must be parallel.
Friction surfaces must be smooth and free of dirt,
corrosion, oilor grease. Belt must be dry, straight and
free of cracks, breaks and uneven wear.
Operating the vehicle in a dusty environment will
require more frequent servicing. Indicators of a
torque converter system requiring cleaning and
lubrication are:
• Erratic or jerky engagement upon acceleration
• Tendencyto apparently "lock" into a particular speed
Excessive drive chain flex
C - CLEAN
G - GREASE WITH HIGH TEMP GREASE
O - LUBE WITH OIL EQUIVALENTTO
CRANKCASE OIL
C,G
If any of these conditions exist on the Kart, the
torque converter components and/or the drive chain
must be serviced immediately. Both clutch and driven
pulleys must be disassembled and cleaned
thoroughly of all dust and accumulated dirt. All
moving or sliding metal surfaces must be lightly
greased (high temperature grease recommended) or
lubricated with a graphite type lubricant (such as a
spray on type that evaporates leaving the graphite
film on the surface) during reassembly. Be careful not
to get grease on friction surfaces or the torque
converter belt. Replace all guards. Alter assembly,
the rear of the frame must be blocked up with
suitable jack stands so the rear tires are not in
contact with the ground, the engine started, and run
through its entire operating range to ensure proper
operation of the torque converter assembly.
_ WARNING: Never place any part of your body
under the vehicle while it is on a jack or jack
stands. If the vehicle is to be started while the
tires are off the ground, support the rear of the
unit with a pair of suitable jack stands. If these
instructions are not followed, vehicle damage,
property damage, or personal injury can result.
_ WARNING: Do not operate this vehicle if the
torque converter is malfunctioning.
_ WARNING: Do not operate engine without
guards in place and fastened.
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