9.TROUBLESHOOTING
9-8
CVT
Symptom: UNUSUAL ACCELERATION BEHAVIOR
1. Check drive belt condition.
Belt is too narrow (drive belt engagement is higher in drive
pulley).replace belt if width is less than specified.
2. Check lever condition on drive pulley sliding sheave and/or roller(s) on
governor cup.
Lever(s) on drive pulley sliding sheave is (are) worn and/or damaged.
Replace all levers at the same time (lever kit).
Roller(s) is (are) worn and/or damaged. Replace governor cup assembly.
3. Check drive/driven pulley sliding sheave for free axial movement.
Sliding sheave is stuck. Replace damaged part(s).
4. Check condition of drive/driven pulley spring.
Drive pulley spring tension is too smooth and/or damaged. replace
spring.
Driven pulley spring tension is too stiff. Replace spring.
5. Check if cam of driven pulley is worn.
-- Replace if out of specifications.
6. Check condition of fixed and sliding sheaves (drive and driven pulley).
Check surface of fixed and sliding sheaves (drive and driven pulley) for
grooves or other damages.
7. Check valve adjustment.
Intake and/or exhaust valves are not adjusted correctly. Adjust valves.
8. Check engine condition.
Low engine compression.
9. Check ignition condition.
Faulty spark plug. Install new spark plug(s).
10. Check differentials operation.
Vehicle on Neutral is hard to move. Repair or replace defective part(s).
Symptom: ENGINE MAXIMUM RPM IS TOO HIGH AND VEHICLE TOP SPEED IS NOT
REACHED.
1. Check drive/driven pulley area for contamination and/or water intrusion.
CVT area is contaminated with water, dirt or oil. Clean CVT system and
replace damaged part(s).
2. Check drive/driven pulley spring tension.
Drive pulley spring tension is too stiff. Replace spring.
Driven pulley spring tension is too smooth and/or damaged. Replace
spring.