PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Noise in drive
system
Broken drive clutch
components
Your dealer can perform
this service.
Bearing failure/
chaincase, jackshaft, or
front drive shaft
Your dealer can perform
this service.
Drive belt surface flat
spots
Inspect and replace as
needed.
Drive chain loose Inspect and adjust (or
replace).
Drive chain worn,
sprocket teeth broken
Your dealer can perform
this service.
Poor low RPM
performance
Worn drive belt Inspect and replace as
needed.
Excessive belt/sheave
clearance
Your dealer can perform
this service.
Sticky clutch Your dealer can perform
this service.
Poor fuel quality Use 87-91 octane fuel (or
higher).
Engine doesn't
turn
Seized engine Your dealer can perform
this service. Seizure is a
result of poor lubrication,
inadequate fuel supply,
broken parts or improper
cooling.
Hydrostatic lock Fuel may have entered the
crankcase while the vehicle
was standing or being
transported. Drain plug(s)
are located on the lower
crankcase for emergency
draining. Your dealer can
perform this service
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