Troubleshooting – Polaris 2016 RZR 900 User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Doesn't Turn Over

Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start

Engine Backfires

Possible Cause

Solution

Low battery voltage

Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC

Loose battery connections

Check all connections and tighten

Loose solenoid connections

Check all connections and tighten

Loose electronic control box connections

Inspect, clean, reinstall connectors

Mechanical failure

Your POLARIS dealer can assist

Possible Cause

Solution

Out of fuel

Refuel

Clogged fuel filter

Your POLARIS dealer 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 defective 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 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 can assist

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 can assist

Incorrect ignition timing

Your POLARIS dealer can assist

Loose ignition connections

Check all connections and tighten

Water present in fuel

Replace with fresh recommended fuel

Exhaust leak

Check all connections

Mechanical failure

Your POLARIS dealer can assist

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