Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Engine starts but misses or runs poorly – Polaris 2015 INDIAN Scout User Manual
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Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Engine Starts But Misses or Runs Poorly
Tip: Turn engine OFF before inspecting any of these items.
Shifting Difficulties or Hard to Find Neutral
Possible Cause
Possible Remedy/Action
Discharged battery
Fully charge the battery. See page 87.
Loose or corroded battery cables
Inspect battery cables and connections.
Fouled spark plug(s)
Please see your dealer.
Contaminated fuel
Inspect fuel for water/contamination. Please see your dealer.
Engine oil level incorrect or wrong oil type
Inspect level and quality of oil. See page 37.
Loose, broken, shorted ignition coil wires
Inspect coil primary wires. Please see your dealer.
Air intake restricted
Inspect air filter. See page 61.
Intake leaks
Inspect air box, crankcase breather hoses, throttle body and intake boot joints.
Possible Cause
Possible Remedy/Action
Shift linkage bushings dry or worn
Lubricate shift linkage.
Clutch damage
Replace clutch.
Clutch cable not adjusted properly
Please see your dealer for inspection and adjustment.
Shift linkage not adjusted properly
Please see your dealer for inspection and adjustment.
Incorrect oil or oil in poor condition
Replace the oil with the recommended oil.