BRP Ski-Doo 1200 4-TEC 2018, Operator'S Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES
ELECTRIC STARTER DOES NOT WORK
1. Emergency engine stop switch in OFF position or tether cord cap not
installed on engine cut-off switch.
– Place the emergency engine stop switch in the ON position and install tether
cord cap (on engine cut-off switch.
2. Throttle applied while attempting an engine start.
– Release throttle while cranking.
ENGINE IS CRANKED BUT FAILS TO START
1. No fuel to the engine.
– Check fuel tank level, add fuel if necessary.
2. System voltage too low.
– Contact an authorized Ski-Doo dealer.
ENGINE RPM DOES NOT REACH CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT POINT
1. D.E.S.S. did not read D.E.S.S. key code in the tether cord cap. D.E.S.S. pilot
lamp blinks (slow short beeps/repetitive).
– Properly install tether cord cap.
2. D.E.S.S. has read a different code than the one programmed. D.E.S.S. pilot
lamp blinks rapidly (fast short beeps/repetitive).
– Install a tether cord cap for which this snowmobile was programmed.
3. ECM does not recognize the D.E.S.S. key (ACE).
– Refer to an authorized Ski-Doo dealer.
ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER
1. Learning key used (ACE).
– Use a Normal key.
2. Sport mode not activated (ACE).
– Refer to ACTIVATING SPORT MODE in OPERATING MODES.
3. Engine warm-up in progress.
– Drive vehicle at low speeds for a few minutes.
4. Engine break-in period not completed.
– Complete break-in period.
5. Incorrect drive pulley adjustment (E-TEC).
– Adjust drive pulley, refer to MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.
6. Drive and driven pulleys require servicing.
– Contact an authorized SKI-DOO dealer.
7. Engine overheats.
– Check coolant level, see MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.
– Check heat exchangers cleanliness. Clean if necessary.
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