Troubleshooting, Engine troubleshooting – Polaris 600 EDGE Touring 121 User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Troubleshooting

Problem

Probable Cause

Solution

Noise in drive
system

Broken drive clutch
components
Bearing failure/
chaincase, jackshaft,
or front drive shaft
Drive belt surface flat
spots
Drive chain loose or
worn, sprocket teeth
broken

-SEE YOUR DEALER.

-SEE YOUR DEALER.

-Inspect and replace if necessary.

-Inspect and adjust or replace.

Poor low RPM
performance

Worn drive belt
Excessive belt/sheave
clearance
Loose torque stop
Sticky clutch

-Inspect and replace if necessary.
-SEE YOUR DEALER.

-Inspect and adjust.
-SEE YOUR DEALER.

Engine doesn’t
start (electric
start models)

Wire connections

-SEE YOUR DEALER.

Engine doesn’t
turn

Seized engine

Hydrostatic lock

-SEE YOUR DEALER. Seizure is a result
of poor lubrication, inadequate fuel supply,
broken parts, or improper cooling.
-Fuel may have entered crankcase while
vehicle was standing or being transported.
SEE YOUR DEALER to correct cause.
Drain plug(s) are located on lower crank-
case for emergency draining.

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