TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES (E-TEC AND ACE)
ELECTRIC STARTER DOES NOT WORK
1. Emergency engine stop switch in OFF position or tether cord cap not
installed on engine cut-off switch.
– Place the emergency engine stop switch in the ON position and install tether
cord cap (on engine cut-off switch.
2. Throttle applied while attempting an engine start.
– Release throttle while cranking.
ENGINE IS CRANKED BUT FAILS TO START
1. No fuel to the engine.
– Check fuel tank level, add fuel if necessary.
2. System voltage too low.
– Contact an authorized Lynx dealer.
ENGINE RPM DOES NOT REACH CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT POINT
1. D.E.S.S. did not read D.E.S.S. key code in the tether cord cap. D.E.S.S. pilot
lamp blinks (slow short beeps/repetitive).
– Properly install tether cord cap.
2. D.E.S.S. has read a different code than the one programmed. D.E.S.S. pilot
lamp blinks rapidly (fast short beeps/repetitive).
– Install a tether cord cap for which this snowmobile was programmed.
3. ECM does not recognize the D.E.S.S. key (ACE).
– Refer to an authorized Lynx dealer.
ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER
1. Learning key used (ACE).
– Use a Normal key.
2. Sport mode not activated (ACE).
– Refer to ACTIVATING SPORT MODE in OPERATING MODES.
3. Engine warm-up in progress.
– Drive vehicle at low speeds for a few minutes.
4. Engine break-in period not completed.
– Complete break-in period.
5. Incorrect drive pulley adjustment (E-TEC).
– Adjust drive pulley, refer to MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.
6. Drive and driven pulleys require servicing.
– Contact an authorized Lynx dealer.
7. Engine overheats.
– Check coolant level, see MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.
– Check heat exchangers cleanliness. Clean if necessary.
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