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TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Doesn't Turn Over
Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start
Engine Backfires
Possible Cause
Solution
Low battery voltage
Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC, verify
that accessory power demand does not
exceed engine electrical output
Loose battery connections
Check all connections and tighten
Loose solenoid connections
Check all connections and tighten
Loose electronic control box connections
Inspect, clean, reinstall connectors
Mechanical failure
See your dealer
Possible Cause
Solution
Out of fuel
Refuel
Clogged fuel filter
See your dealer
Water is present in fuel
Drain the fuel system and refuel
Old or non-recommended fuel
Replace with fresh recommended fuel
Fouled or defective spark plugs
Inspect plugs and replace if necessary
No spark to spark plug
Inspect plugs and replace if necessary
Water or fuel in crankcase
Immediately see your dealer
Low battery voltage
Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC
Loose ignition connections
Check all connections and tighten
Mechanical failure
See your dealer
Possible Cause
Solution
Out of fuel
Refuel
Weak spark from spark plug
Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plugs
Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range
Set gap to specs or replace plugs
Old or non-recommended fuel
Replace with fresh recommended fuel
Incorrectly installed spark plug wires
See your dealer
Incorrect ignition timing
See your dealer
Loose ignition connections
Check all connections and tighten
Water present in fuel
Replace with fresh recommended fuel
Exhaust leak
Check all connections
Mechanical failure
See your dealer