606653 5-1 REV A
TROUBLESHOOTING
The majority of operating problems that occur with a system can be traced to improper adjustments or delayed service. A
consistently applied preventative maintenance program, as outlined in the Maintenance section of this manual, will prevent many
problems. The following chart is designed to help you locate a problem by suggesting probable causes and the recommended
solutions.
SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES
SUGGESTED
REMEDIES
Starting motor does not
crank
Brake switch not activated
Depress brake pedal
Pressure switch not work-
ing
Weak or dead battery Recharge or replace
Electrical connections are
corroded or loose
Check the electrical connec-
tions
For additional causes See engine manual
The engine will not start,
starts hard or fails to
keep running
No fuel or line plugged Fill tank or replace line (See
Fuel System section for
more details)
Incorrect fuel in the fuel
system
Drain the tank and replace
the fuel with the proper type
Dirt in the fuel filter Replace the fuel filter
Dirt, water or stale fuel in
the fuel system
Contact your dealer
In winter, oil viscosity
increases, and engine revo-
lution is slow.
Use oils of different viscosi-
ties, depending on ambient
temperatures.
Numerous See engine manual
Engine:
Continuous misfiring or
engine runs unevenly or
erratically
Numerous See engine manual
Loss of engine power
Restrictions in air cleaner Service air cleaner
For additional causes See engine manual
Engine overheating:
Temperature light glows
Frequent refilling of radia-
tor required
Coolant appears rusty
Leaks in system Replace/tighten coolant
hoses and connections
Coolant level low Add coolant
Radiator core is dirty or
clogged
Clean radiator core
Thermostat sticking or
inoperative
See engine manual
Temperature light malfunc-
tion
Contact your dealer
Low engine oil pressure
Low oil level Add oil
Oil diluted or too light Change oil and check for
source of contamination
Failed oil pump Contact your dealer
High oil consumption Numerous Contact your dealer
Abnormal vibration
Engine mounting bolts are
loose
Tighten the engine mount-
ing bolts
Numerous Contact your dealer
Vehicle operation is not
smooth
CVT belt slipping Replace
Vehicle does not move
when the engine is run-
ning
Park brake is engage Disengage the park brake
Gear select lever is in the
NEUTRAL position
Move the gear select lever
to a different position
Brakes not working cor-
rectly
Brake fluid level is low Add brake fluid
Air in the brake system Contact your dealer
Brake pads are worn Contact your dealer
Brake noise Numerous Contact your dealer
SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES
SUGGESTED
REMEDIES