Polaris 2012 600 IQ Shift - Manual (Page 123)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Troubleshooting
Unless you have experience and training in two-cycle engine repair,
see your dealer if technical problems arise.
Problem Probable Cause Solution
Erratic engine oper-
ating RPM during
acceleration or load
variations Drive clutch binding • SEE YOUR DEALER.
Driven clutch mal-
function • SEE YOUR DEALER.
Harsh drive clutch
engagement Drive belt worn or
too narrow • Replace the drive belt.
Excessive belt/
sheave clearance • SEE YOUR DEALER.
Drive belt turns over Wrong belt for appli-
cation • Replace the drive belt.
Clutch alignment out
of spec • SEE YOUR DEALER.
Engine mount bro-
ken or loose • Inspect and replace. SEE YOUR
DEALER.
Machine fails to
move Clutch jammed • Check for twisted belt or broken
spring. SEE YOUR DEALER.
Track jammed • Foreign object may be caught or the
rail slide melted to the track clips
due to lack of lubrication.
• Track may be iced up or frozen to
the ground.
Chaincase sprocket
or chain jammed or
broken • Chain is loose or broken or chain
tightener is loose. SEE YOUR
DEALER.