ENGINE TURNS OVER, FAILS TO START
POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Out of fuel Refuel
Clogged fuel filter Your POLARIS dealer or other
qualified person can assist.
Water is present in fuel Drain the fuel system and refuel
Old or non-recommended fuel Replace with fresh recommended
fuel
Fouled or damaged spark plugs Inspect plugs and replace if
necessary
No spark to spark plug Inspect plugs and replace if
necessary
Water or fuel in crankcase Your POLARIS dealer or other
qualified person can assist.
Low battery voltage Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC
Loose ignition connections Check all connections and tighten
Mechanical failure Your POLARIS dealer or other
qualified person can assist.
ENGINE BACKFIRES
POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Out of fuel Refuel
Weak spark from spark plug Inspect, clean and/or replace spark
plugs
Incorrect spark plug gap or heat
range
Set gap to specs or replace plugs
Old or non-recommended fuel Replace with fresh recommended
fuel
Incorrectly installed spark plug wires Your POLARIS dealer or other
qualified person can assist.
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