Troubleshooting - HUSTLER MDV Operator's Manual

The majority of operating problems that occur with a system can be traced to improper adjustments or delayed service. A
consistently applied preventative maintenance program, as outlined in the Maintenance section of this manual, will prevent many
problems. The following chart is designed to help you locate a problem by suggesting probable causes and the recommended
solutions.
SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES
Brake switch not activated
Starting motor does not
Weak or dead battery
crank
Electrical connections are
corroded or loose
For additional causes
No fuel or line plugged
Incorrect fuel in the fuel
system
Dirt in the fuel filter
The engine will not start,
starts hard or fails to
keep running
Dirt, water or stale fuel in
the fuel system
In winter, oil viscosity
increases, and engine revo-
lution is slow.
Numerous
Engine: Numerous
Continuous misfiring or
engine runs unevenly or
erratically
Restrictions in air cleaner
Loss of engine power
For additional causes
Leaks in system
Coolant level low
Engine overheating:
Temperature light glows
Radiator core is dirty or
Frequent refilling of radia- clogged
tor required
Thermostat sticking or
Coolant appears rusty
inoperative
Temperature light malfunc-
tion
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TROUBLESHOOTING

SUGGESTED
REMEDIES
Depress brake pedal
Low engine oil pressure
Pressure switch not work-
ing
Recharge or replace
High oil consumption
Check the electrical connec-
tions
Abnormal vibration
See engine manual
Fill tank or replace line (See
Fuel System section for
Vehicle operation is not
more details)
smooth
Drain the tank and replace
the fuel with the proper type Vehicle does not move
when the engine is run-
ning
Replace the fuel filter
Contact your dealer
Brakes not working cor-
rectly
Use oils of different viscosi-
ties, depending on ambient
temperatures.
Brake noise
See engine manual
See engine manual
Service air cleaner
See engine manual
Replace/tighten coolant
hoses and connections
Add coolant
Clean radiator core
See engine manual
Contact your dealer
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SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES
Low oil level
Oil diluted or too light
Failed oil pump
Numerous
Engine mounting bolts are
loose
Numerous
CVT belt slipping
Park brake is engage
Gear select lever is in the
NEUTRAL position
Brake fluid level is low
Air in the brake system
Brake pads are worn
Numerous
SUGGESTED
REMEDIES
Add oil
Change oil and check for
source of contamination
Contact your dealer
Contact your dealer
Tighten the engine mount-
ing bolts
Contact your dealer
Replace
Disengage the park brake
Move the gear select lever
to a different position
Add brake fluid
Contact your dealer
Contact your dealer
Contact your dealer
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