BRP LYNX Commander 800R E-TEC Touratech, Operator'S Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES
ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER (cont’d)
5. Drive belt worn too thin.
– If the drive belt has lost more than 3 mm (1/8 in) of its original width, it will af-
fect vehicle performance.
– Replace drive belt.
6. Incorrect track adjustment.
– See MAINTENANCE and/or an authorized Lynx dealer for proper alignment
and tension adjustments.
7. RAVE valves problem.
– Seek service from an authorized Lynx dealer, repair shop, or person of your
own choosing for maintenance, repair, or replacement.
8. Fuel pressure too low.
– Contact an authorized Lynx dealer.
ENGINE BACKFIRES
1. Engine is running too hot.
– See ENGINE OVERHEATS.
2. Ignition timing is incorrect or ignition system failure.
– Seek service from an authorized Lynx dealer, repair shop, or person of your
own choosing for maintenance, repair, or replacement.
3. Exhaust system leak.
– Seek service from an authorized Lynx dealer, repair shop, or person of your
own choosing for maintenance, repair, or replacement.
4. Fuel pressure too low.
– Seek service from an authorized Lynx dealer, repair shop, or person of your
own choosing for maintenance, repair, or replacement..
ENGINE MISFIRES
1. Water in fuel.
– Drain fuel system and refill with fresh fuel.
2. RAVE valves malfunction.
– Have RAVE valves system inspected. Seek service from an authorized Lynx
dealer, repair shop, or person of your own choosing for maintenance, repair,
or replacement.
HEATED GRIPS/THUMB WARMERS ARE NOT WORKING
1. Engine RPM is too low.
– Make sure engine RPM is above 2000.
ENGINE HAS SHUT DOWN
1. The engine shuts down after long periods of idling.
– Do not let engine idle too long. Refer to VEHICLE WARM-UP in OPERATING
INSTRUCTION.
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