TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE DOES NOT TURN
1. Ignition switch is in the OFF position.
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Place switch to the ON position.
2. Engine stop switch.
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Make sure that engine stop switch is in ON position.
3. Transmission is not set on PARK or NEUTRAL.
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Set transmission either in PARK or in NEUTRAL or press the brake lever(s).
4. Burnt fuse.
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Check main fuse condition.
5. Weak battery or loose connections.
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Check charging system fuse.
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Check connections and terminals condition.
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Have the battery checked.
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Contact an authorized Can-Am distributor/dealer.
6. Wrong ignition key, multifunction gauge display shows INVALID KEY.
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Use the proper key for this vehicle.
ENGINE TURNS OVER BUT FAILS TO START
1. Flooded engine (spark plug wet when removed).
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(Drowned mode) If the engine does not start and it is fuel-flooded, this spe-
cial mode can be activated to prevent fuel injection and to cut ignition while
cranking. Proceed as follows:
• Insert key in ignition switch and turn to ON position.
• Press completely and HOLD throttle lever.
• Press the engine START button.
The engine should be cranked for 20 seconds. Release engine START but-
ton.
Release throttle lever and start/crank engine again to allow starting.
If it does not work:
• Clean the spark plug caps area then remove them.
• Remove the spark plugs (tools are supplied in tool kit).
• Crank engine several times.
• Install new spark plugs if possible or clean and dry spark plugs.
• Start engine as explained above.
If engine continues to flood, see an authorized Can-Am dealer.
NOTE:
Make sure to verify that there is no fuel in engine oil, if so, replace
engine oil.
2. No fuel to the engine (spark plug dry when removed).
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Check fuel tank level.
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A failure of the fuel pump may have occurred.
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Contact an authorized Can-Am distributor/dealer.
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