Can-Am outlander 400 series Operator's Manual page 110

ENGINE BACKFIRE
1. Exhaust system leakage.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am ATV distributor/dealer.
2. Engine is running too hot.
– See ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER.
3. Ignition timing is incorrect or there is an ignition system failure.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am ATV distributor/dealer.
4. Improper carburetor setting.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am ATV distributor/dealer.
ENGINE MISFIRE
1. Fouled/damaged/worn spark plug.
– Clean/verify spark plug and heat range. Replace as required.
2. Water in fuel.
– Drain fuel system and refill with fresh fuel.
VEHICLE CANNOT REACH FULL SPEED
1. Engine.
– See ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER.
2. Parking brake.
– Ensure brake lever lock is completely removed.
3. Air filter/housing plugged or dirty.
– Check air filter and clean if necessary.
– Check deposits in air filter housing drain.
– Check the position of the air intake tube.
4. CVT dirty or worn-out.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am ATV distributor/dealer.
TRANSMISSION LEVER IS HARD TO MOVE
1. Transmission gears are in a position that prevents the transmission lever
to work.
– Rock the vehicle back and forth to move the gears in the transmission and
allow the transmission lever to be set.
2. Engine idle speed is set too high.
– Adjust the idle speed. Refer to the SPECIFICATIONS.
3. CVT dirty or wear.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am ATV distributor/dealer.
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