Troubleshooting – KTM 1190 RC8 FR User Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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Faults
Possible cause
Action
Engine cranks but doesn't start
Fuel pump control defective
– Check fuel pump control.
x
Fuel quality insufficient
– Add suitable fuel.
Engine has too little power
Air filter very dirty
– Change the air filter.
x
Fuel filter very dirty
– Chang the fuel filter.
x
Fault in fuel injection system
– Read the fault memory with KTM DIA.
x
Engine overheats
HIGH TEMP
Too little coolant in cooling system
– Check the cooling system for leaks.
x
– Check the coolant level. (
Cooling fins very dirty
– Clean cooling fins.
Kinked or damaged radiator hose
– Change the coolant hose.
x
Thermostat defective
– Check the thermostat.
x
Fuse
4 blown
– Change the fuses of individual power
consumers. (
Defect in radiator fan system
– Check the radiator fan system.
x
Air in cooling system
– Fill up and aerate the cooling system.
x
EFI warning lamp (MIL) lights up / flashes
Fault in fuel injection system
– Read the fault memory with KTM DIA.
x
Engine dies during the journey
Lack of fuel
– Fill up with fuel. (
Fuse
1, 5 or 6 blown
– Change the fuses of individual power
consumers. (
High oil consumption
Engine oil level too high
– Check the engine oil level. (
Engine oil too thin (viscosity)
– Change the engine oil and filter, clean
the oil screen.
Headlight and parking light do not work
Fuse
2 blown
– Change the fuses of individual power
consumers. (