Troubleshooting, Engine troubleshooting – Polaris 600 RUSH User Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Troubleshooting
Problem
Probable Cause Solution
Noise in drive
system
Broken drive clutch
components
• SEE YOUR DEALER.
Bearing failure/
chaincase, jackshaft,
or front drive shaft
• SEE YOUR DEALER.
Drive belt surface
flat spots
• Inspect and replace as needed.
Drive chain loose
• Inspect and adjust (or replace).
Drive chain worn,
sprocket teeth bro-
ken
• SEE YOUR DEALER.
Poor low RPM
performance
Worn drive belt
• Inspect and replace as needed.
Excessive belt/
sheave clearance
• SEE YOUR DEALER.
Sticky clutch
• SEE YOUR DEALER.
Poor fuel quality
• Use 87-91 octane fuel (or higher).
Engine doesn't turn
Seized engine
• SEE YOUR DEALER. Seizure is a
result of poor lubrication, inade-
quate fuel supply, broken parts or
improper cooling.
Hydrostatic lock
• Fuel may have entered the crankcase
while the vehicle was standing or
being transported. SEE YOUR
DEALER to correct the cause. Drain
plug(s) are located on the lower
crankcase for emergency draining.
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