BOMBARDIER Quest Max 2004, Operator'S Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM: Engine does not turn
POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
1. Ignition switch is in the OFF
position.
Place switch to ON position.
2. Transmission is not set
on PARK or NEUTRAL.
Set transmission either in PARK or in NEUTRAL or
press any brake lever.
3. Burnt fuse. On Quest MAX series , check main fuse condition.
On Traxter MAX series , check MPEM and sole-
noids fuses condition.
4. Weak battery or loose
connections.
Check charging system fuse. Check connections
and terminals condition. Have the battery checked.
Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
SYMPTOM: Engine turns over but fails to start
POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
1. Burnt fuse. Check ignition fuse condition.
2. Mixture not rich enough to start
cold engine.
Check fuel tank level and check starting procedure,
particularly use of the choke.
NOTE: On Traxter MAX series , below - 15°C (5°F)
the use of fuel primer (optional) is required. Also, it
is recommended to add gas line antifreeze.
3. Flooded engine (spark plug(s)
wet when removed).
Refer to SPECIAL PROCEDURES.
4. No fuel to the engine (spark
plug(s) dry when removed).
Check fuel tank level; turn fuel valve to ON (also try
on RES). A failure of the fuel pump or carburetor may
have occurred. Contact an authorized Bombardier
ATV dealer.
5. Spark plug/ignition (no spark). Check ignition fuse condition. Remove spark plug(s)
then reconnect to ignition coil or spark plug caps.
Check that ignition switch and/or engine stop
switch(es) is/are at the ON position. Start engine
with spark plug(s) grounded to engine away from
spark plug holes. If no spark appears, replace spark
plug(s). If trouble persists, contact an authorized
Bombardier ATV dealer.
6. Engine compression. As the engine is pulled over with the starter or with
the rewind starter, “cycles” of resistance should be
felt as piston goes past top dead center. If no pul-
sating resistance is felt, it suggests a major loss of
compression. Contact an authorized Bombardier
ATV dealer.
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