6. Engine compression.
– As the engine is pulled over with the starter or with the rewind starter,
“cycles” of resistance should be felt as piston goes past top dead center.
– If no pulsating resistance is felt, it suggests a major loss of compression
– Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
Engine lacks acceleration or power
1. Fouled or damaged spark plug(s).
– Check item ENGINE TURNS OVER BUT FAILS TO START.
2. Lack of fuel to engine.
– Check item ENGINE TURNS OVER BUT FAILS TO START.
3. Carburetor adjustments.
– Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
4. Engine is overheating.
– Check ENGINE OVERHEAT in SPECIAL PROCEDURES.
– If overheating persists, contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
5. Air filter box plugged or dirty.
– Check air filter and clean if necessary.
– Check deposits in air box drain
– Check the position of the air intake tube, reinstall properly if necessary
6. CVT dirty or wear.
– Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
Engine backfire
1. Exhaust system leakage.
– Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
2. Engine is running too hot.
– See ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER.
3. Ignition timing is incorrect or there is an ignition system failure.
– Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
4. Improper carburetor setting.
– Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
Engine misfire
1. Fouled/damaged/worn spark plug(s).
– Clean/verify spark plug(s) and heat range.
– Replace as required.
2. Water in fuel.
– Drain fuel system and refill with fresh fuel.
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