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2008 m8 engine cut out

C
Mar 22, 2018
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I have a 2008 M8 and the engine cuts out(like hitting the kill switch) while letting off the throttle, once I let all the way off it comes right back on and acts like it is stuck in "high gear". Again once I let the rpms get back to normal idle and get going again it is fine. It randomly happens every 5-10 minutes. Any suggestions on things to check? The tss has already been disconnected.
 
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jim

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Nov 26, 2007
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Stuck in high gear? As in you stop the snowmobile and the idle is high? Or it just keeps moving forward and won't come to a stop?
 
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jim

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Check throttle function from cables to butterflies...make sure they are closing. Could be a lean condition from an air leak also.
 
C
Mar 22, 2018
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I've checked the throttle cable and everything seems to be moving correctly, It very tight at first so I loosened the cable and it is still happening.
 
C
Mar 22, 2018
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Update if anyone else had this problem. The belt that was on the sled was getting worn out and too narrow. Picked up a new belt for this season and it hasn't happened again.
 
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