Can-Am DS 70 Operator's Manual page 118

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES
ENGINE BACKFIRE
1. Exhaust system leakage.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am 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 dealer.
4. Improper carburetor setting.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am 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 disengaged.
3. Air filter/box clogged or dirty.
– Check air filter and clean if necessary.
– Check the position of the air intake tube.
4. CVT dirty or worn, including belt.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.
THE RPM INCREASES BUT THE VEHICLE DOES NOT MOVE
1. The transmission is in NEUTRAL position.
– Set transmission in REVERSE or FORWARD.
2. CVT is defective.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.
3. Water in the CVT housing.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.
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