Troubleshooting, Engine troubleshooting – Polaris 9919078 User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Troubleshooting

Problem

Probable Cause

Solution

Noise in drive
system

Broken drive clutch

components

SEE YOUR DEALER.

Bearing failure/

chaincase, jackshaft,

or front drive shaft

SEE YOUR DEALER.

Drive belt surface flat

spots

Inspect and replace if necessary.

Drive chain loose or

worn, sprocket teeth

broken

Inspect and adjust or replace.

Poor low RPM

f

Worn drive belt

Inspect and replace if necessary.

performance

Excessive belt/sheave

clearance

SEE YOUR DEALER.

Loose torque stop

Inspect and adjust.

Sticky clutch

SEE YOUR DEALER.

Engine doesn’t
start (electric
start models)

Wire connections

SEE YOUR DEALER.

Engine doesn’t
turn

Seized engine

SEE YOUR DEALER. Seizure is a result

of poor lubrication, inadequate fuel supply,

broken parts, or improper cooling.

Hydrostatic lock

Fuel may have entered crankcase while ve-

hicle was standing or being transported.

SEE YOUR DEALER to correct cause.

Drain plug(s) are located on lower crank-

case for emergency draining.

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