CFMoto Uforce 500 - Vehicle Issue Diagnosis; Engine doesn’t turn over; Engine pings or knocks

VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS
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Vehicle Issue Diagnosis
This section is intended to guide an average owner to simple items that could cause operating
problems. Diagnosis of vehicle issues may require the experience of a dealership technician. Please
contact your dealer if a solution is not apparent.
Engine doesn’t turn over
Possible Cause
Solution
Blown fuse
Reset or replace the fuse
Low battery voltage
Recharge battery to 12.5 Vdc – Confirm battery
state of health
Loose battery connections
Check all connections and tighten if necessary
Loose starter system electrical connections
Check all connections and tighten if necessary
Engine stop switch
Check function
Start circuit not complete – transmission in gear
Press foot brake or shift transmission to neutral
or parking position.
Engine pings or knocks
Possible Cause
Solution
Poor quality or low octane fuel
Replace with minimum 89 octane unleaded fuel
Incorrect ignition timing.
See your dealer
Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range
Set spark plug gap to specs or replace plugs