Can-Am DS650 Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
SPECIAL PROCEDURES
Flooded Engine
When the engine does not start after
several attempts, the engine may be
fuel flooded. Proceed as follows.
Turn ignition switch to ON and ensure
choke is not applied.
Ensure the transmission is in NEU-
TRAL or squeeze the clutch lever.
Fully press throttle lever and hold
while starting the engine. Try several
times.
As soon as the engine starts, release
throttle lever. Do not race engine.
If it does not work:
Disconnect spark plug cables.
Clean the spark plug area then remove
spark plugs (tools are supplied in tool
box).
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WARNING
Always wear eye protector and
gloves when the spark plug hole
is cleaned.
Crank engine several times. Install
clean dry spark plugs or new spark
plugs if possible.
Start engine as explained above. If en-
gine continues to flood, see an autho-
rized Bombardier ATV dealer.
Engine Overheat
If engine overheats and engine indica-
tor lamp (red) comes ON, try the fol-
lowing:
Check oil level in oil tank and refill if
necessary.
Ensure radiator is not obstructed.
Check and clean radiator fins. See
MAINTENANCE section.
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WARNING
The radiator can be very hot, wear
gloves to touch the radiator.
Reduce vehicle speed but try to keep
it moving to supply air to radiator. If
engine is still overheating after approx-
imately one minute, stop vehicle and
set transmission to NEUTRAL. Apply
parking brake and stop engine. Place
the ignition switch to ON position (
do
not restart engine yet
). The radiator
fan will cool the radiator.
Let engine cool down before checking
coolant level and refill if possible.
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WARNING
Never refill cooling system when
engine is hot. Let engine cool
down.
See an authorized Bombardier ATV
dealer as soon as possible.
Turn Over
When vehicle is turned over or stays
tilted on the side, put the vehicle
back on its wheels, then wait 3 to
5 minutes before starting the engine.
Check RED engine indicator lamp after
restarting the engine. If lamp stays
ON after restarting the engine, stop it.
Air bubbles present in the oil line must
be evacuated. Proceed as follows.
On the LH side, remove the oil inlet
hose on the engine.
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