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Troubleshooting, Engine stops or loses power, Engine overheating – Polaris Sportsmabn X2 500 EFI User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Stops or Loses Power

Possible Cause

Solution

Out of fuel

Refuel

Kinked or plugged fuel vent line

Inspect and replace

Water present in fuel

Replace with new fuel

Fouled or defective spark plug

Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plug

Worn or defective spark plug wires

See your Polaris dealer

Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range

Set gap to specs or replace plug

Loose ignition connections

Check all connections and tighten

Low battery voltage

Recharge battery to 12.5 VDC

Incorrect fuel

Replace with recommended fuel

Clogged air filter

Inspect and clean or replace

Reverse speed limiter malfunction

See your Polaris dealer

Electronic throttle control malfunction

See your Polaris dealer

Other mechanical failure

See your Polaris dealer

Overheated engine

Clean radiator screen and core

Clean engine exterior

See your Polaris dealer

Engine Overheating

Possible Cause

Solution

Debris lodged in screen

Remove and clean the screen. Pull on the

top portion of the screen, then remove the

lower portion.

Plugged Radiator

Use a garden hose to flush any debris

from the radiator fins. NOTE: High pres-

sure washers can deform the radiator fins

and reduce cooling efficiency.