Polaris GENERAL 1000 2017 User Manual (English)

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summersmaryJul 28, 2025
What to do if Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine turns over but fails to start?
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  zwilsonJul 28, 2025
  If your Polaris Offroad Vehicle's engine turns over but doesn't start, check the following: * Ensure you have fuel in the tank; if not, refuel. * Drain the fuel system and refuel if water is present in the fuel. * Replace old or non-recommended fuel with fresh, recommended fuel. * Inspect the spark plugs and replace them if they are fouled or defective. * Inspect for spark at the spark plug, and replace the plugs if necessary. * Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC if the battery voltage is low.
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Jennifer GrayAug 1, 2025
Why does my Polaris GENERAL 1000 2017 Offroad Vehicle engine stop or lose power?
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  Christian MartinAug 1, 2025
  Your Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine might stop or lose power due to several reasons: * Check if you are out of fuel and refuel if necessary. * If water is present in the fuel, replace it with new fuel. * Inspect the spark plugs; if they are fouled or defective, clean and/or replace them. * Ensure you are using the correct fuel; if not, replace it with fresh, recommended fuel. * See if the air filter is clogged; if so, inspect and clean or replace it. * Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC if the battery voltage is low. * Inspect the spark plug gap or heat range and set gap to specs or replace plug.
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Dustin LopezAug 5, 2025
What to do if Polaris GENERAL 1000 2017 engine doesn’t turn over?
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  Timothy PerryAug 5, 2025
  If your Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine doesn’t turn over, check these items: * Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC if the battery voltage is low. * Check and tighten loose battery connections. * Check and tighten loose solenoid connections. * Inspect, clean, and reinstall the connectors on the loose electronic control box connections.
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Sarah LopezAug 14, 2025
How to fix irregular engine running, stalling, or misfires in a Polaris GENERAL 1000 2017?
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  Carla HodgeAug 14, 2025
  To address irregular engine running, stalling, or misfires in your Polaris Offroad Vehicle, consider the following: * Inspect, clean, and/or replace fouled or defective spark plugs. * Check and tighten any loose ignition connections. * Replace water-contaminated fuel with new fuel. * Replace incorrect fuel with the recommended fuel. * Inspect and clean or replace a clogged air filter. * Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC if the battery voltage is low. * Inspect the spark plug gap or heat range and set gap to specs or replace plugs.
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Andrew GrayAug 18, 2025
Why does my Polaris GENERAL 1000 2017 Offroad Vehicle engine backfire?
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  Sherry AustinAug 18, 2025
  Your Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine may backfire due to: * A weak spark from the spark plug, so inspect, clean, and/or replace the spark plugs. * An incorrect spark plug gap or heat range, so set the gap to specifications or replace the plugs. * Old or non-recommended fuel, so replace it with fresh, recommended fuel. * Water present in the fuel, so replace it with fresh, recommended fuel. * Loose ignition connections, so check all connections and tighten.