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6. Troubleshooting
Trouble type Possible reason Recovery action
Starter will not
operate
Starter components are faulty Have serviced by your dealer
Shift level is not in neutral Shift to neutral
Engine will not
start (starter
operates)
Fuel tank is empty Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel
Fuel is contaminated or stale Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel
Fuel filter clogged Replace with recommended type
Fuel pump has malfunctioned Have serviced by your dealer
Spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect type.
Inspect spark plug(s). Clean or
replace with recommended type
Spark plug cap(s) fitted incorrectly Check and re-fit cap(s)
Ignition wiring damaged or poorly
connected
Check wires for wear or breaks.
Tighten all loose connections.
Replace worn or broken wires
Ignition parts are faulty Have serviced by your dealer
Engine stop switch lanyard is not attached Attach lanyard
Engine inner parts are damaged Have serviced by your dealer
Engine idles
irregularly or
stalls
Spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect type.
Inspect spark plug(s). Clean or
replace with recommended type