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10/30/2023

2022+ Matryx Voyageur Drive Chain Tension Adjustment

Tools and Supplies Required
T40 TORX® Socket2x 15mm Wrenches
15mm Crowfoot WrenchPliers
RatchetTorque Wrench
Safety GlassesNitrile Gloves
Shop Rags


For information on tools, read the Tools and Fasteners Guide.

Always wear safety glasses and nitrile gloves when servicing your Polaris snowmobile. To adjust the drive chain tension on your model year 2022 or newer Matryx platform Voyageur, follow these steps:

1. Park the snowmobile on a flat, level surface.

2. Remove both side panels by turning the three quarter-turn latches. Pivot the panels away from the sled, and pull out to remove.

3. Rotate the driven clutch counterclockwise to its end stop to move all chain slack to the tensioner side.

5. Remove the fastener on the lower-right side of the console with a T40 TORX® socket. 

6. Remove the push-pin rivet securing the lower-right portion of the console with a pliers.

7. Remove the push-pin rivet underneath securing the right fender to the footrest.

8. If the snowmobile is equipped with a battery, remove the battery for additional clearance. Always remove the negative cable first to prevent arcing. 

9. Loosen the adjuster bolt jam nut with the 15mm wrenches. 

10. Finger-tighten the adjuster bolt until it can no longer be adjusted by hand. Then back off one quarter of a turn.

11. Retighten the jam nut. Torque to 21 ft-lbs (28 Nm) with a 15mm crowfoot wrench while holding the adjuster bolt.

12. If equipped, reinstall the battery, beginning with the positive cable first to prevent arcing.

13. Reinstall the push-pin rivet underneath the console.

14. Install the push-pin rivet on the lower-right portion of the console.

15. Reinstall the lower console fastener. Torque to 71 in-lbs (8 Nm). 

16. Reinstall both side panels by inserting the upper tab and pivoting in to engage the lower tab. 

17. Latch the three quarter-turn latches to secure each panel.

Looking for information on replacing chaincase fluid? Read Matryx Voyageur Chaincase Fluid Replacement.

For more information, see your authorized Polaris Dealer. To find a dealer near you, use the Dealer Locator.
Maintenance tips, procedures and specifications can be found in your Owner's Manual.
To find diagrams and replacement part numbers, use the online parts catalog.

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