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Polaris RZR XP 4 900 Troubleshooting, Engine Stops or Loses Power, Possible Cause, Solution

Models: RZR XP 900 RZR XP 4 900

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Stops or Loses Power

	Possible Cause	Solution
	Possible Cause	Solution
	Out of fuel	Refuel
	Kinked or plugged fuel tank vent line or	Inspect and replace
	filter
	Water is present in fuel	Replace with new fuel
	Fouled or defective spark plugs	Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plug
	Worn or defective spark plug wires	See your dealer
	Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range	Set gap to specs or replace plug
	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
	Other mechanical failure	See your dealer
	Overheated engine	Clean radiator screen and core, clean
		engine exterior, check coolant level, see
		your dealer if condition persists

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Polaris RZR XP 4 900, RZR XP 900 owner manual Troubleshooting, Engine Stops or Loses Power, Possible Cause, Solution

Contents

for Maintenance and Safety RANGER RZR XP RANGER RZR XP 4Owners Manual Read, understand, and follow all of the instructions and safety precautions in this manual and on all product labels Page NEVER Operate WELCOME Printed in U.S.A TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION DANGERNOTICE INTRODUCTION European Vibration and NoiseINTRODUCTION Vehicle Identification NumbersVehicle Identification NumberSAFETY Equipment ModificationsSAFETY Safe Riding GearHelmet SAFETY BootsEye Protection GlovesSAFETY AccessoriesUsing Alcohol or Drugs Operating Without InstructionSAFETY Failure to Inspect Before OperatingProtective Apparel Seat BeltsSAFETY Carrying Multiple Passengers RZR XPOperating With a Load on the Vehicle Always follow these guidelinesSAFETY Passengers in the Cargo BoxOperating on Pavement Operating on Public RoadsSAFETY Turning ImproperlyPhysical Control of the Vehicle Jumps and StuntsSAFETY Improper Hill ClimbingCrossing Hillsides Stalling While Climbing a HillSAFETY Improper Tire MaintenanceOperating Improperly in Reverse Operating on Slippery TerrainSAFETY Operating Over ObstaclesSkidding or Sliding Operating Through WaterSAFETY Improper Cargo LoadingOperating on Frozen Bodies of Water Operating a Damaged VehicleSAFETY FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SAFETY call POLARIS atHandling Gasoline RefuelingSAFETY Safety Labels and LocationsLoad/Passenger/Tire Pressure Warning SAFETY Passenger Safety Warning RZR XPPassenger Safety SAFETY Passenger Safety Warning RZR XPTHE PASSENGERS MUST ALWAYS •wear seat belts SAFETY Safety Labels and LocationsRear Passenger Cab Frame Warning RZR XP Rear Passenger Grab Bar Warning RZR XPSAFETY Cab Frame/Seat Belt WarningShift Caution Age Overturn Warning WarningSAFETY Age WarningOverturn Warning Belt Debris WarningSAFETY Discretionary Warning RZR XPDiscretionary NEVER operateSAFETY Discretionary Warning RZR XPNEVER operate •with more than three passengersFEATURES AND CONTROLS ROPS FrameCargo NetsFEATURES AND CONTROLS Rear Passenger Grab Bar Shifter Fuel Tank CapCargo Box Tie-Down Points FEATURES AND CONTROLS SwitchesIgnition Switch Auxiliary OutletsFEATURES AND CONTROLS Headlight SwitchAll Wheel Drive AWD Switch FEATURES AND CONTROLS Seat AdjustmentsSeats Steering WheelFEATURES AND CONTROLS Passenger Hand HoldFEATURES AND CONTROLS HoodFEATURES AND CONTROLS Service Access PanelsEngine Access Panel Cargo Box Access PanelFEATURES AND CONTROLS Fuel CapCab Nets FEATURES AND CONTROLS Seat BeltsSeat Belt Inspection FEATURES AND CONTROLS Using Low RangeGear Selector FEATURES AND CONTROLS Brake PedalThrottle Pedal Rollover Protective Structure ROPSFEATURES AND CONTROLS All Wheel Drive AWD SystemEngaging AWD FEATURES AND CONTROLS Mode ButtonInstrument Cluster SpeedometerFEATURES AND CONTROLS Indicator LampsLamp IndicatesFEATURES AND CONTROLS Rider Information CenterFEATURES AND CONTROLS 2.Fuel Gauge - The segments of the fuel gauge show the level of fuel in the fuel tank. When the last segment clears, a low fuel warning is activated. All segments including the fuel icon will flash. Refuel immediatelyRider Information Center FEATURES AND CONTROLS Rider Information CenterDisplay Units Standard/Metric FEATURES AND CONTROLS Clock ModeRider Information Center FEATURES AND CONTROLS Odometer ModeTrip Meter Mode Hour Meter ModeFEATURES AND CONTROLS Programmable Service IntervalDiagnostic Display Mode Rider Information CenterFEATURES AND CONTROLS Engine Error CodesRider Information Center OPERATION Vehicle Break-inPeriodOPERATION Engine and Drivetrain Break-inBrake System Break-in PVT Break-inClutches/BeltOPERATION Pre-RideInspectionItem RemarksOPERATION Safe Operation PracticesOPERATION Starting the EngineStopping the Engine BrakingOPERATION Parking the VehicleKnow Your Riding Area/Tread Lightly Trail EtiquetteNew Operator Driving Procedures OPERATIONOPERATION 12.Apply the brakes and shift into low gearOPERATION Driving with PassengersOPERATION Driving on Slippery SurfacesOPERATION Driving UphillOPERATION Driving on a Sidehill SidehillingDriving Downhill OPERATION Driving Through WaterOPERATION Driving Over ObstaclesOPERATION Driving in Reverse3.Back slowly 4.Apply the brakes lightly for stoppingOPERATION Parking on an Incline1.Place the transmission in PARK 2.Turn the engine offOPERATION Hauling CargoOPERATION Belt LifeEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS Noise Emission Control SystemOperation on Public Lands in the U.S.A Crankcase Emission Control SystemMAINTENANCE Periodic Maintenance ChartSevere Use Definition MAINTENANCE Maintenance Chart KeyMAINTENANCE Maintenance IntervalItem RemarksMAINTENANCE Maintenance IntervalItem RemarksMAINTENANCE Maintenance IntervalItem RemarksMAINTENANCE Fitting Access as viewed from top withMiddle Prop Shaft Grease Fitting center floor panel removedMAINTENANCE View of Driver’s Side From Bottom of VehicleFront Control Arm Pivot Bushings 3 per side MAINTENANCE Ambient Temperature RangeEngine Oil Oil RecommendationsMAINTENANCE Oil CheckMAINTENANCE Oil and Filter ChangeMAINTENANCE 15.Reinstall the dipstickOil and Filter Change MAINTENANCE Transmission Main GearcaseFluid Check MAINTENANCE Fluid ChangeMAINTENANCE Demand Drive Unit Front GearcaseFluid Check MAINTENANCE Fluid Change1.Remove the fill plug MAINTENANCE Gearcase Specification ChartGearcases Spark PlugsMAINTENANCE Spark Plug Removal and ReplacementSpark Plug Condition Normal PlugMAINTENANCE Feature SupportedFeature Supported FusesMAINTENANCE Main Fuse BoxMAINTENANCE Cooling SystemAdding or Changing Coolant Radiator and Cooling FanMAINTENANCE Radiator Coolant Level/Changing CoolantMAINTENANCE Overflow Bottle Coolant LevelMAINTENANCE POLARIS Variable Transmission PVT SystemMAINTENANCE Belt Replacement/Debris RemovalContinued on next page MAINTENANCE Belt Replacement/Debris RemovalPVT Drying MAINTENANCE Filter SystemsFuel Tank Vent Filter Intake Pre-FiltersMAINTENANCE Air FilterMAINTENANCE Spark ArresterMAINTENANCE 1.Remove the arrester retaining bolt and nutMAINTENANCE Throttle SystemThrottle Freeplay Throttle Body/Idle RPMMAINTENANCE BrakesBrake Inspection MAINTENANCE Brake FluidMAINTENANCE Factory Preload SettingsFront/Rear Spring Preload Fox Shock PreloadMAINTENANCE Fox Shock Preload AdjustmentAdjusting Ring Front/Rear Spring PreloadMAINTENANCE Walker Evans Shock Preload AdjustmentAdjusting Ring 1 Front/Rear Spring PreloadMAINTENANCE Front/Rear Shock CompressionRear FrontMAINTENANCE Axle and Wheel Nut Torque SpecificationsTires Tire Tread DepthMAINTENANCE Wheel InstallationWheel Removal 1. Place the transmissionMAINTENANCE Headlight ReplacementLights Brake LightsMAINTENANCE Headlight Beam AdjustmentMAINTENANCE Vehicle ImmersionMAINTENANCE Steering Wheel InspectionMAINTENANCE BatteryBattery Removal MAINTENANCE Battery InstallationBattery Storage MAINTENANCE Battery ChargingMAINTENANCE Battery ChargingState of VoltageMAINTENANCE Cleaning and StorageWashing the Vehicle Washing TipsMAINTENANCE Washing the VehiclePolishing the Vehicle Polishing TipsMAINTENANCE Clean the ExteriorStorage Tips Stabilize the FuelMAINTENANCE Battery MaintenanceStorage Tips Inspect and LubricateMAINTENANCE Cleaning and StorageTransporting the Vehicle Removal from StorageSPECIFICATIONS RANGER RZR XPSPECIFICATIONS RANGER RZR XPClutching SPECIFICATIONS RANGER RZR XP 4SPECIFICATIONS RANGER RZR XP 4Clutching Lubrication SystemPOLARIS PRODUCTS Part NumberDescription Engine LubricantTROUBLESHOOTING SolutionDrive Belt Wear/Burn Possible CauseTROUBLESHOOTING SolutionSolution SolutionTROUBLESHOOTING SolutionSolution SolutionTROUBLESHOOTING Engine Stops or Loses PowerSolution Possible CauseWARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTYREGISTRATION WARRANTY Wheels and tiresWARRANTY LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIESWARRANTY HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICESPARK ARRESTER LubricantsWARRANTY How to Get ServiceIn the Country where your vehicle was purchased Exported VehiclesWARRANTY How to Get ServiceNotice If Purchased From A Private PartyWARRANTY U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited WarrantyWARRANTY U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited WarrantyThe exclusive remedy for breach of this limited warranty shall be, at the exclusive option of POLARIS, repair or replacement of any defective materials, components or products. THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE THE ONLY REMEDIES AVAILABLE TO ANY PERSON FOR BREACH OF THIS WAR- RANTY. POLARIS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY TO ANY PERSON FOR INCI- DENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OF ANY DESCRIPTION,WHETHER ARISING OUT OF EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WAR- RANTY OR ANY OTHER CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER TORT OR OTHERWISE. THIS EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, AND SPECIAL DAMAGES IS INDEPENDENT FROM AND SHALL SURVIVE ANY FINDING THAT THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PUR- POSE MAINTENANCE LOG SERVICE PERFORMED / COMMENTSDATE MILES KMMAINTENANCE LOG SERVICE PERFORMED / COMMENTSDATE MILES KMMAINTENANCE LOG SERVICE PERFORMED / COMMENTSDATE MILES KMINDEX AdjustmentsBattery CoolantINDEX FilterFluid Fluid ChangeINDEX LightsOil Change Oil CheckSwitches INDEXSpark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .