Polaris RZR 170 User Manual (English)

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Amanda HughesJul 26, 2025
What to do if my Polaris RZR 170 engine turns over but fails to start?
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  Nicholas WattsJul 26, 2025
  If your Polaris Offroad Vehicle's engine turns over but doesn't start, consider the following possibilities: * Out of fuel: Refuel the vehicle. * Water is present in fuel: Drain the fuel system and refuel with fresh fuel. * Old or non-recommended fuel: Replace the fuel with fresh, recommended fuel. * Fouled or defective spark plug: Inspect the spark plug and replace it if necessary. * No spark to spark plug: Inspect the spark plug and replace if necessary. * Low battery voltage: Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC.
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rebeccameyerJul 30, 2025
What to do if my Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine stops or loses power?
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  Amanda JohnsonJul 31, 2025
  If your Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine stops or loses power, here's what might be happening: * Out of fuel: Refuel your vehicle. * Kinked or plugged fuel vent line: Inspect and replace the fuel vent line if necessary. * Water is present in fuel: Replace the fuel with new fuel. * Fouled or defective spark plug: Inspect, clean, or replace the spark plug. * Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range: Set the gap to specifications or replace the plug. * Loose ignition connections: Check all connections and tighten them. * Low battery voltage: Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC. * Incorrect fuel: Replace with fresh recommended fuel. * Clogged air filter: Inspect and clean or replace the air filter.
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Cindy MoralesAug 4, 2025
Why does my Polaris RZR 170 engine run irregularly, stall, or misfire?
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  Daniel WilliamsonAug 4, 2025
  Your Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine may run irregularly, stall, or misfire due to: * A fouled or defective spark plug: Inspect, clean, or replace the spark plug. * Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range: Set the gap to the specified range or replace the plug. * Loose ignition connections: Check all connections and tighten them. * Water present in fuel: Replace the fuel with new fuel. * Low battery voltage: Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC. * Kinked or plugged fuel tank vent line: Inspect and replace the vent line. * Incorrect fuel: Replace with recommended fuel. * Clogged air filter: Inspect and clean or replace the air filter.
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James FigueroaAug 8, 2025
Why won't my Polaris RZR 170 engine turn over?
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  Aaron KochAug 9, 2025
  If your Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine won't turn over, it could be due to: * Low battery voltage: Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC. * Loose battery connections: Check all connections and tighten them. * Loose solenoid connections: Check all connections and tighten them.
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Sherry PerryAug 17, 2025
What causes a Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine to backfire?
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  Allen BowenAug 17, 2025
  A Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine can backfire due to: * Weak spark from the spark plug: Inspect, clean, and/or replace the spark plug. * Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range: Set the gap to specifications or replace the plug. * Old or non-recommended fuel: Replace with fresh, recommended fuel. * Water present in fuel: Replace with fresh recommended fuel. * Loose ignition connections: Check all connections and tighten.
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Vanessa MasonAug 22, 2025
Why is my Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine pinging or knocking?
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  susanmurphyAug 22, 2025
  If your Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine is pinging or knocking, it could be due to: * Poor quality or low octane fuel: Replace with recommended fuel. * Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range: Set the gap to specifications or replace the plug.