2003 Bombardier Outlander 400 Factory Service Manual, Page 61Get this manual
Section 03 ENGINE Subsection 02 (TROUBLESHOOTING)
SYMPTOM CONDITION TestInspection
ENGINE MAXIMUM RPM IS TOO HIGH AND TOP SPEED IS NOT REACHEDNORMAL USE1Check items to of THE ATV ACCELERATES SLOWLY, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT IS STOPPED2Check drivedriven pulley spring tensionaDrive pulley spring tension is too stiffReplace spring (recommended Bombardier spring)bDriven pulley spring tension is too smooth andor damaged (refer to CVT)Replace spring3Check drivedriven pulley area for contamination andor water intrusionaCVT area is contaminated with water, dirt or oilClean CVT system and replace damaged part(s)
SYMPTOM CONDITION TestInspection