TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Stops or Loses Power
Possible Cause | Solution | |
Out of fuel | Refuel, cycle key to ON position three | |
| times for 5 seconds each, then start | |
Kinked or plugged fuel vent line | Inspect and replace | |
Water is present in fuel | Replace with new fuel | |
Fouled or defective spark plug(s) | Inspect, clean and/or replace spark | |
| plugs | |
Worn or defective spark plug wires | See your dealer | |
Incorrect spark plug gap or heat | Set gap to specs or replace plug | |
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Loose ignition connections | Check all connections and tighten | |
Low battery voltage | Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC | |
Incorrect fuel | Replace with fresh recommended fuel | |
Clogged air filter | Inspect and clean or replace | |
Reverse speed limiter malfunction | See your dealer | |
Electronic throttle control malfunction | See your dealer | |
Other mechanical failure | See your dealer | |
Overheated engine | Clean radiator screen and core, clean | |
| engine exterior, see your dealer | |
Engine Overheating |
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Possible Cause | Solution |
Debris lodged in screen | Clean the screen. |
Plugged Radiator | Use a garden hose to flush any debris |
| from the radiator fins. NOTE: High |
| pressure washers can deform the |
| radiator fins and reduce cooling effi- |
| ciency. |
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