Can-Am DS 70 Automobile User Manual


 
ENGINETURNSOVERBUTFAILSTOSTART(contd)
6. Engine compression.
As the engine is pulled over with the kick stater, “cycles” of resistance
should be felt as piston goes past top dead center. If no pulsating resis-
tance is felt, it suggests a major loss of compression. Contact an autho-
rized Can-Am dealer.
ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER
1. Fouled/damage/worn spark plug.
Clean/verify spark plug and heat range. Replace as required.
2. Lack of fuel to engine.
Check item ENGINE TURNS OVER BUT FAILS TO START.
3. Carburetor adjustments.
Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.
4. Engine is overheating.
If engine overheats try the following:
• Reduce vehicle speed but try to keep vehicle moving to supply air to en-
gine. If engine is still overheating after approximately one minute, stop ve-
hicle.
• Apply parking brake and stop engine.
• Let engine cool down.
• See an authorized Can-Am dealer as soon as possible.
If overheating persists, contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.
5. Air filter/box plugged or dirty.
Check air filter and clean if necessary.
Check the position of the air intake tube.
6. CVT dirty or wear.
Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.
ENGINE BACKFIRE
1. Exhaust system leakage.
Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.
2. Engine is running too hot.
See ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER.
3. Ignition timing is incorrect or there is an ignition system failure.
Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.
4. Improper carburetor setting.
Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.
ENGINE MISFIRE
1. Fouled/damaged/worn spark plug.
Clean/verify spark plug and heat range. Replace as required.
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