Troubleshooting - BOMBARDIER Quest Max 2004 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 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 plug(s)
wet when removed).
4. No fuel to the engine (spark
plug(s) dry when removed).
5. Spark plug/ignition (no spark).
6. Engine compression.
WHAT TO DO
Place switch to ON position.
Set transmission either in PARK or in NEUTRAL or
press any brake lever.
On Quest MAX series, check main fuse condition.
On Traxter MAX series, check MPEM and sole-
noids fuses condition.
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.
NOTE: On Traxter MAX series, below - 15°C (5°F)
the use of fuel primer (optional) is required. Also, it
is recommended to add gas line antifreeze.
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 plug(s)
then reconnect to ignition coil or spark plug caps.
Check that ignition switch and/or engine stop
switch(es) is/are at the ON position. Start engine
with spark plug(s) grounded to engine away from
spark plug holes. If no spark appears, replace spark
plug(s). If trouble persists, contact an authorized
Bombardier ATV dealer.
As the engine is pulled over with the starter or with
the rewind starter, "cycles" of resistance should be
felt as piston goes past top dead center. If no pul-
sating resistance is felt, it suggests a major loss of
compression. Contact an authorized Bombardier
ATV dealer.
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