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Troubleshooting, Engine stops or loses power – Polaris Sportsman 9921483 User Manual

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Troubleshooting

Engine Stops or Loses Power

Possible Cause

Solution

Out of fuel

Turn the fuel valve to reserve, refuel

Kinked or plugged fuel vent line

Inspect and replace

Water present in fuel

Replace with new fuel

Overuse of choke

Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plugs

Fouled or defective spark plugs

Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plugs

Worn or defective spark plug wires

See your Polaris dealer

Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range

Set gap to specs or replace plugs

Loose ignition connections

Check all connections and tighten

Low battery voltage

Recharge battery with .5 amp charger

Incorrect fuel

Replace with recommended fuel

Clogged air filter

Inspect and clean or replace

Electronic throttle control malfunction

See your Polaris dealer

Other mechanical failure

See your Polaris dealer