Can-Am Renegade 500 Operator's Manual page 92

ENGINE TURNS OVER BUT FAILS TO START (cont'd)
3. Spark plug/ignition (no spark).
– Check main fuse condition.
– Remove spark plug then reconnect to ignition coil.
– Check that ignition switch and/or engine stop switch is/are at the ON posi-
tion.
– Start engine with spark plug grounded to the engine away from spark plug
hole. If no spark appears, replace spark plug.
– If trouble persists, contact an authorized Can-Am distributor/dealer.
4. Multifunction gauge CHECK ENGINE indicator lamp is on and display
shows CHECK ENGINE.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am distributor/dealer.
5. Engine is under a protection mode.
– Multifunction gauge CHECK ENGINE indicator lamp is on and display shows
CHECK ENGINE, contact an authorized Can-Am distributor/dealer.
ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER
1. Fouled or damaged spark plug.
– Check item ENGINE TURNS OVER BUT FAILS TO START.
2. Lack of fuel to engine.
– Check item ENGINE TURNS OVER BUT FAILS TO START.
3. Engine is overheating.
– CHECK ENGINE indicator light will turn on and HI TEMP will appear in the
multifunction display.
Try the following:
• Check and clean radiator fins. See MAINTENANCE INFORMATION sec-
tion.
• Reduce vehicle speed but try to keep vehicle moving to supply air to ra-
diator. If engine is still overheating after approximately one minute, stop
vehicle and set transmission to PARK. Stop engine.
• Place the ignition switch to ON position (DO NOT RESTART ENGINE
YET). The radiator fan will cool the radiator.
• Let engine cool down. Check coolant level and refill if possible. See EN-
GINE COOLANT.
See an authorized Can-Am dealer as soon as possible.
– If overheating persists, contact an authorized Can-Am distributor/dealer.
4. 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.
5. CVT dirty or worn-out.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am distributor/dealer.
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