Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S 2022, Owner'S Manual

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ENGINE DOESN'T TURN OVER
POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Low battery voltage Recharge the battery
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
ENGINE TURNS OVER, FAILS TO START
POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Out of fuel Refuel
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 plug Inspect plug and replace if necessary
No spark to spark plug Inspect plug and replace if necessary
Water or fuel in crankcase Your authorized dealer can assist
Low battery voltage Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC
Mechanical failure Your authorized dealer can assist
ENGINE BACKFIRES
POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Weak spark from spark plug Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plug
Incorrect spark plug gap or
heat range Set gap to specs or replace plug
Old or non-recommended fuel Replace with fresh recommended fuel
Incorrectly installed spark plug
wires Your authorized dealer can assist
Mechanical failure Your authorized dealer can assist
Loose ignition connections Check all connections and tighten
Water present in fuel Replace with fresh recommended fuel
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