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Content Source: 2021 Indian Vintage Dark Horse / Indian Vintage / Indian Springfield Dark Horse Owner’s Manual (9939979 R01) > Maintenance Chapter
IMPORTANT |
The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle.Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual. Click the CONTENTS link above for the Table Of Contents, or download a full PDF of the Owner Manual in the Owner Support area of Polaris.com |
Possible Cause | Possible Remedy/Action |
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Low Fuel | Verify fuel level. |
Fuel Pump Inoperative | Turn engine STOP switch to RUN. Turn the power switch on. The fuel pump should run momentarily and then stop. Check the fuel pump/ignition circuit breaker. |
Battery Voltage Too Low | Fully charge the battery. |
Spark Plug(s) Fouled | Inspect spark plugs. |
Spark Plug Wire(s) Disconnected or Loose | Be sure spark plug wires are securely fastened. |
Low Compression | Please see your dealer for an engine compression test. |
Possible Cause | Possible Remedy/Action |
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Engine Stop/Run Switch in Stop Position | Place switch in RUN position. |
Battery Discharged | Fully charge the battery. |
Battery Cables Loose or Corroded | Inspect battery cables. |
Transmission In Gear | Shift transmission into neutral or pull the clutch lever in to disengage the clutch. |
Key Fob Not Authenticated | Make sure key fob is within range and that key fob battery voltage is not low. |
Sidestand is Down With Transmission in Gear | Shift to neutral or retract the sidestand fully. |
NOTICE |
Turn engine OFF before inspecting any of these items. |
Possible Cause | Possible Remedy/Action |
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Battery Discharged | Fully charge the battery. |
Battery Cables Loose or Corroded | Inspect battery cables and connections. |
Spark Plug(s) Fouled | Inspect spark plugs. |
Spark Plug Wire(s) Loose or Wet | Inspect spark plug wires, ensure dry/secure. |
Contaminated Fuel | Inspect fuel for water/contamination. Please see your dealer. |
Engine Oil Level Incorrect Or Wrong Type | Inspect level and quality of oil. |
Loose, Broken, Shorted Ignition Coil Wires | Inspect coil primary wires. Please see your dealer. |
Air Intake Restricted | Inspect air filter. |
Intake Leaks | Inspect air box, throttle body and intake boot joints. |
Possible Cause | Possible Remedy/Action |
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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. |
Possible Cause | Possible Remedy/Action |
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Loose/Corroded Charging Circuit Connection | Check/clean battery cable connections. Check/clean charging circuit connections. Please see your dealer. |
Accessory Load Exceeds Charge Rate | Limit accessory operation when the engine is off. |
Improperly Wired Accessory (Current Draw) | Please see your dealer to check charging system output and current draw. |
NOTICE |
See your dealer if brake performance does not return after these inspections. |
Possible Cause | Possible Remedy/Action |
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Dust/Dirt On Brake Disc(s) | Clean disc. |
Worn Pads Or Disc/Brake Disc Damage | Inspect pads. |
Brake Fluid Level Low Or Fluid Contaminated | Inspect fluid level/fluid condition. |
Possible Cause | Possible Remedy/Action |
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Blown fuse | Check the fuses. See Fuse Replacement. |
Loose or damaged pulse ring | Inspect pulse ring for looseness or chipped teeth. |
Debris lodged in components | Inspect wheel speed sensor and pulse ring for debris. |
Damage caused by debris | Inspect wheel speed sensor for cracked housing. |
Damaged components | See service manual or authorized dealer. |
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