KTM 950 ADVENTURE 2004 Owner's Manual page 45

If you let the specified maintenance work on your motorcycle be carried out, disturbances can hardly be expected. Should an error
occur nevertheless, we advise you to use the trouble shooting chart in order to find the cause of error.
We would like to point out that many operations cannot be performed by oneself. In case of uncertainty, please contact a KTM-dealer.
TROUBLE
Engine does not start when
the starter button is actuated
The engine cranks only with
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pulled clutch lever
Engine cranks with gear
engaged.
Engine cranks but doesn't
start.
Engine will not reach full
power
Engine overheats
TROUBLE SHOOTING
CAUSE
Operating errror
Discharged battery.
Blown fuse IGNITION.
Blown main fuse.
Defect ignition lock or emergency
OFF switch
Defect safe-starting system.
A gear is engaged
A gear is engaged and the side
stand is still folded down
Defect safe-starting system.
Defect safe-starting system.
Operating error
Blown fuse for the fuel pump
The plug and socket connector on
the wiring harness is oxidized
Fuel supply partically interrupted
Carburetors leaking
Air filter very dirty
The ignition curve for 80 octane is
activated
Insufficient cooling liquid
Radiator fins are extremely dirty
Foam forms in cooling system
Radiator hose is kinked or damaged
Thermostat defective
Blown fan fuse
Defect fan or thermoswitch for fan
REMEDY
Turn on the ignition, switch the gear to neutral and switch the
emergency OFF switch on.
Recharge the battery and investigate the causes for dischar-
ging; contact an authorized KTM workshop.
Replace fuse IGNITION
Remove the engine cowl and replace the main fuse in the
starter relay
Check ignition lock and emergency OFF switch, contact an
authorized KTM workshop.
Contact an authorized KTM workshop.
Shift the transmission to neutral.
Shift the transmission to neutral.
Contact an authorized KTM workshop.
Contact an authorized KTM workshop.
Open fuel taps, tank fuel, you did not use choke. Pay attention
to starting off information (see driving instructions).
Replace the FUEL PUMP fuse
Remove the panel and fuel tank, clean the plug and socket
connector and spray with contact spray
Check the fuel taps, run the fuel lines without kinks
Check vacuum hoses and venting hoses of carburetors for cor-
rect position (no kinks)
Have the air filter replaced at an authorized KTM workshop.
Activate the ignition curve for 95 octane, if fuel with 95 octane
(ROZ) is being used
Refill cooling liquid (see maintenace work), check cooling
system for leaks
Clean radiator with water jet
Replace cooling liquid, use antifreezer with brand name
Run the radiator hose correctly or replace
Have the thermostat checked (opening temperature 75°C,
167°F) or replaced; contact an authorized KTM workshop
Replace fuse FAN
Contact an authorized KTM workshop.