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EASY TROUBLESHOOTING
Perform the following checks before you take the engine to your Subaru dealer.
If you still have trouble after completing the checks, take the engine to your nearest Subaru
dealer.
• Engine will not start
• Engine lacks power
Is ther enough compression?
If the spark plug is loose, tighten it.
Checking Items Possible Cause Correction
Check battery Battery discharged Recharge battery
Check control position
(Power equipment side)
• Fuel valve CLOSED
or OFF (if equipped)
• Engine switch OFF
Move fuel valve to OPEN or
ON
Turn engine switch to ON
Check battery Out of fuel Refuel
Remove and inspect spark
plugs
Spark plugs faulty, fouled, or
improperly gapped
Clean, gap or replace spark
plugs
Check air cleaner Filter element clogged Clean or replace fi lter element