Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires
| Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|
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Fouled or defective spark plug(s) |
Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plugs. |
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Worn or defective spark plug wires |
See your Polaris dealer or other qualified person. |
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Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range |
Set gap to specs or replace plugs. |
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Loose ignition connections |
Check all connections and tighten. |
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Water present in fuel |
Replace with new fuel. |
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Low battery voltage |
Recharge battery to 12.8 VDC. |
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Kinked or plugged fuel tank vent line |
Inspect and replace. |
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Incorrect fuel |
Replace with recommended fuel. |
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Clogged air filter |
Inspect and clean or replace. |
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Reverse speed limiter malfunction |
See your Polaris dealer or other qualified person. |
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Electronic throttle control malfunction |
See your Polaris dealer or other qualified person. |
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Other mechanical failure |
See your Polaris dealer or other qualified person. |
| Possible Lean Fuel Cause | Solution |
|---|---|
|
Low or contaminated fuel |
Add or change fuel, clean the fuel system. |
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Low octane fuel |
Replace with recommended fuel. |
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Clogged air filter |
See your Polaris dealer or other qualified person. |
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Incorrect fuel |
Replace with recommended fuel. |
| Possible Rich Fuel Cause | Solution |
|---|---|
|
Fuel is very high octane |
Replace with lower octane fuel. |
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Stopping/starting without adequate warm-up |
Allow engine to warm up before operating and/or stopping. |
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Incorrect fuel |
Replace with recommended fuel. |
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Clogged air filter |
Inspect and clean or replace. |