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TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Troubleshooting
Problem Probable Cause Soluti on
Noise in drive
system
Broken drive clutch
components
Bearing failure/
chaincase, jackshaft,
or front drive shaft
Drive belt surface flat
spots
Drive chain loose or
worn, sprocket teeth
broken
-SEE YOUR DEALER.
-SEE YOUR DEALER.
-Inspect and replace if necessary .
-Inspect and adjust or replace.
Poor low RPM
performance
Worn drive belt
Excessive belt/sheave
clearance
Loose torque stop
Sticky clutch
-Inspect and replace if necessary .
-SEE YOUR DEALER.
-Inspect and adjust.
-SEE YOUR DEALER.
Engine doesn’t
turn
Seized engine
Hydrostatic lock
-SEE YOUR DEALER. Seizure is a result
of poor lubrication, inadequate fuel supply,
broken parts, or improper cooling.
-Fuel may have entered crankcase while
vehicle was standing or being transported.
SEE YOUR DEALER to correct cause.
Drain plug(s) are located on lower crank-
case for emergency draining.
Engine requires
more than
normal pulls to
start
Poor gasoline or not
enough fuel getting to
engine
-Replace with fresh winter fuel.