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TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Troubleshooting
Problem
Probable Cause
Solution
Noise in drive
system
Broken drive clutch
components
SEE YOUR DEALER.
Bearing failure/
chaincase, jackshaft,
or front drive shaft
SEE YOUR DEALER.
Drive belt surface flat
spots
Inspect and replace if necessary.
Drive chain loose or
worn, sprocket teeth
broken
Inspect and adjust or replace.
Poor low RPM
f
Worn drive belt
Inspect and replace if necessary.
performance
Excessive belt/sheave
clearance
SEE YOUR DEALER.
Loose torque stop
Inspect and adjust.
Sticky clutch
SEE YOUR DEALER.
Engine doesn’t
start (electric
start models)
Wire connections
SEE YOUR DEALER.
Engine doesn’t
turn
Seized engine
SEE YOUR DEALER. Seizure is a result
of poor lubrication, inadequate fuel supply,
broken parts, or improper cooling.
Hydrostatic lock
Fuel may have entered crankcase while ve-
hicle was standing or being transported.
SEE YOUR DEALER to correct cause.
Drain plug(s) are located on lower crank-
case for emergency draining.