How to Clean a Ski-Doo Clutch

When the clutch of your Ski-Doo snowmobile is dirty, your engine may act as though it's losing power, due to the grit and grime stuck in the mechanism. You may even hear a pop when coming to a stop. This a good sign that your clutch needs a thorough cleaning. You can pressure wash to get the dust out, but taking it apart and completely cleaning it inside will make your Ski-Doo shift better and run cooler.

Things You'll Need

  • Air compressor or compressed air in a can
  • Aerosol brake cleaner
  • Dry cloth
  • Dry lube designed for Ski-Doos
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Instructions

    • 1

      Remove the belt. Make sure the belt wear is normal and and not uneven.

    • 2
      An air compressor will blow out the dust from the inside of the clutch.

      Blow out the inside of the primary and secondary clutches with the air compressor.

    • 3

      Spray with the brake cleaner and flush out all surfaces of the clutches. Blow out with the air compressor. Repeat until the clutches look free of grease and grime.

    • 4

      Wipe the sheave faces with a dry cloth. You can lubricate the clutch units with a dry lube indicated for Ski-Doos, but do not use grease or oil on the inside. The dry lube will come in an aerosol can or a loose powder.

    • 5

      Reinstall the belt.