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138 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine and Drive Train Troubleshooting Engine Runs Irregularly, Stops or Loses Power Probable Cause Solution Engine Management System RPM See causes on page 33. Low battery voltage Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC. Water is present in fuel See your dealer. Poor quality or low octane fuel Replace with fresh recommended fuel. Loose ignition connections Check all connections and tighten. Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range Set gap to specs or replace plug. Fouled or defective spark plug Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plug. Kinked or plugged fuel vent line Inspect and replace. Engine management system failure See your dealer. Engine overheating Stop and cool the engine. See the “Engine Fuel in crankcase See your dealer. Drive clutch binding See your dealer. Incorrect clutching See your dealer. Driven clutch malfunction See your dealer. Worn drive belt Replace with the recommended belt. Excessive belt/sheave clearance See your dealer. Loose torque stop Inspect and adjust. Other mechanical failure See your dealer. |