Owner's manual

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Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Engine Starts But Misses or Runs Poorly
Tip: Turn engine OFF before inspecting any of these items.
Shifting Difficulties or Hard to Find Neutral
Possible Cause Possible Remedy/Action
Discharged battery Fully charge the battery. See page 87.
Loose or corroded battery cables Inspect battery cables and connections.
Fouled spark plug(s) Please see your dealer.
Contaminated fuel Inspect fuel for water/contamination. Please see your dealer.
Engine oil level incorrect or wrong oil type Inspect level and quality of oil. See page 37.
Loose, broken, shorted ignition coil wires Inspect coil primary wires. Please see your dealer.
Air intake restricted Inspect air filter. See page 61.
Intake leaks Inspect air box, crankcase breather hoses, throttle body and intake boot joints.
Possible Cause Possible Remedy/Action
Shift linkage bushings dry or worn Lubricate shift linkage.
Clutch damage Replace clutch.
Clutch cable not adjusted properly Please see your dealer for inspection and adjustment.
Shift linkage not adjusted properly Please see your dealer for inspection and adjustment.
Incorrect oil or oil in poor condition Replace the oil with the recommended oil.