Troubleshooting - BOMBARDIER 1999 Traxter Operator's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM: Engine does not turn
Possible causes
1. Ignition switch is in the OFF
position.
2. Transmission is not set on the
PARK or NEUTRAL.
3. Burnt fuse.
4. Weak battery or loose
connections.
SYMPTOM: Engine turns over but fails to start
Possible causes
1. Burnt fuse.
2. Mixture not rich enough to start
cold engine.
3. Flooded engine (spark plugs wet
when removed).
4. No fuel to the engine
(spark plugs dry when
removed).
5. Spark plug/ignition (no spark).
6. Engine compression.
SYMPTOM: Engine lacks acceleration or power
Possible causes
1. Fouled or damaged spark plug.
2. Lack of fuel to engine.
3. Carburetor adjustments.
4. Engine is overheating.
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What to do
Place switch in the ON position.
Set transmission either in PARK or in NEUTRAL or
use the override mode.
Check MPEM supply fuse and solenoids fuse.
Check charging system fuse. Check connections and
terminals condition. Have the battery checked.
Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
What to do
Check ignition fuse condition.
Check fuel tank level and check starting procedure,
particularly use of the choke.
Refer to SPECIAL PROCEDURES.
Check fuel tank level; turn fuel valve to ON (also try
on RES). A failure of the fuel pump or carburetor may
have occurred. Contact an authorized Bombardier
ATV dealer.
Check ignition fuse condition. Remove spark plugs
then reconnect to spark plug caps. Check that ignition
switch is at the ON position. Start engine with spark
plugs grounded to engine away from spark plug
holes. If no spark appears, replace spark plugs. If
trouble persists, contact an authorized Bombardier
ATV dealer.
As the engine is pulled over with the rewind starter,
"cycles" of resistance should be felt as piston goes
past top dead center. If no pulsating resistance is felt,
it suggests a major loss of compression. Contact an
authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
What to do
Check item Engine turns over but fails to start.
Check item Engine turns over but fails to start.
Contact an authorized Bombardier ATV dealer.
Check Engine Overheat in SPECIAL PROCEDURES.
If overheating persists, contact an authorized
Bombardier ATV dealer.