6. Troubleshooting
Trouble type
Possible reason
Recovery action
Starter will not operate
Starter components are faulty
Have serviced by your dealer
Shift level is not in neutral
Shift to neutral
Engine will not start (starter
operates)
Fuel tank is empty
Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel
Fuel is contaminated or stale
Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel
Fuel filter clogged
Replace with recommended type
Fuel pump has malfunctioned
Have serviced by your dealer
Spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect type.
Inspect spark plug(s). Clean or replace
with recommended type
Spark plug cap(s) fitted incorrectly
Check and re-fit cap(s)
Ignition wiring damaged or poorly connected
Check wires for wear or breaks. Tighten
all loose connections. Replace worn or
broken wires
Ignition parts are faulty
Have serviced by your dealer
Engine stop switch lanyard is not attached
Attach lanyard
Engine inner parts are damaged
Have serviced by your dealer
Engine idles irregularly or
stalls
Spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect type.
Inspect spark plug(s). Clean or replace
with recommended type
Fuel system is obstructed
Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or
other obstructions in fuel system
Fuel is contaminated or stale
Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel
Fuel filter clogged
Replace with recommended type
Spark plug gap is incorrect
Inspect and adjust as specified
Ignition wiring damaged or poorly connected
Check wires for wear or breaks. Tighten all
loose connections. Replace worn or broken
wires
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