TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES (600 ACE)
STARTER DOES NOT WORK
1. One of the switch is not in the position to start the engine.
– Place emergency engine stop switch in the ON position and install tether
cord cap (D.E.S.S. key) on post.
2. Throttle applied while attempting an engine start.
– Release throttle while cranking.
ENGINE RPM DOES NOT REACH CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT POINT
1. D.E.S.S. did not read tether cord cap (D.E.S.S. key) code. D.E.S.S. pilot
lamp blinks (slow short beeps/repetitive).
– Properly install tether cord cap (D.E.S.S. key).
2. D.E.S.S. has read a different code than the one programmed. D.E.S.S. pilot
lamp blinks rapidly (fast short beeps/repetitive).
– Install a tether cord cap (D.E.S.S. key) for which this snowmobile was pro-
grammed.
ENGINE OVERHEATS
1. Insufficient snow or hard packed snow.
– Drive in loose snow. If there is no loose snow near, pull over, stop engine and
let it cool down. Once engine has cooled down, reach loose snow as soon as
possible.
2. Low coolant level.
– Check coolant level, see MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.
3. Clogged heat exchangers
– Clean heat exchangers.
ENGINE LACKS POWER
1. Drive and driven pulleys require servicing.
– Contact an authorized Ski-Doo dealer.
2. Drive belt worn too thin.
– If the drive belt has lost more than 3 mm (1/8 in) of its original width, it will af-
fect vehicle performance.
– Replace drive belt.
3. Incorrect track adjustment.
– See MAINTENANCE INFORMATION and/or an authorized Ski-Doo dealer for
proper alignment and tension adjustments.
ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED TO 3000 RPM
1. Defective brake switch or vehicle operated with brake lever activated for a
prolonged period.
– See an authorized Ski-Doo dealer.
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Summary of Contents for Tundra Series
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