Compression is 110 -120 PSI. It can be something minor or major. Spark plugs ignite the fuel, sending a blast of raw power through your equipment. When I give up on using the starter and just leave the key on and pull start - one pull and I'm Dec 21, 2012 · 1993 polaris indy lite 340 wont start. I tried tapping on the CDI box and it started but I tried to drive it abought 10 feet and it back fired and wouldn't start again. Nov 24, 2008 · my firend has a 87 or something year SRV 540 fan. You probably don’t need to be told this, but if your spark plugs aren’t sparking, you won’t be able to start your engine. I'll prime the beast, and after a number of pulls you can start to smell gas, so I'm guessing it's getting fuel. Check connection of the spark plug cap to the spark plug wire. S. The sled was also a 97v max. were stumped and need some help. Checked the carbs, seem to be working fine, can't seem to c fire but every once and a while when you pull it over it sounds like it is gonna start and then dies out. Engine starts and runs fine if I pull start. They are known for that and especially with a 4-stroke you should never, ever touch the throttle while trying to start the engine. It was left out all summer in the weather, but ran fine last year. If your snowmobile won’t start, your issue lies in the fuel line, cylinders, or spark plugs. No code displayed. If you have an EFI, you can only check for spark and it will not start or run with it unplugged. I checked all the normal culprits (checked for loose connections, replaced spark plugs, made sure it was getting gas, etc). Dec 25, 2003 · I have a 97 600 triple Arctic Cat powder extreme with 900 miles. NEED HELP PLZ!!! moved from arctic cat forum and made title more descriptive. Last time out it wouldn't stay running took it to the dealer and they said it was a bad connection on the voltage regulator. Any suggestions? Has about 1000 miles. Pull on the cord until it fires and when it does, be quick to the primer and push it in. Now I have no spark and no light at all in the ECU. I checked for Spark, Gas, and Compression. 050 over, 5,000 rpm clutch kit and has aean twin pipes. The sled will fire but won't start. They just wont run witha pipe & motor full of Jan 6, 2010 · If I hold the plug to a ground and pull her over it has spark in both cylinders. Nov 19, 2022 · (2) That there is no spark (thus, the plug is wet because the plug never ignited the fuel). I waited a couple of minutes and tried again and it had spark but very weak, then it just lost all spark again. Carbureted models can be started and run with this 4-prong connector unplugged and the jumper wire in it but you won’t have lights ect. 42. It’s really amazing how such small parts of an engine can be the life or death of a snowmobile. last year i get it fixed and dumb me tries to run it with old fuel in it as it was only a half tank. but now it wont start, i have spark, fuel to the crabs, and compression. Do you have the kind that screws into the spark plug hole or one with the rubber that you just push into the hole? Dec 25, 2013 · Pin the gas and keep it pinned while pulling. Nov 24, 2002 · I have had this happen before. I put the all back together and no spark. 4. plugs are clean, no water, not fowled. if it does even sputter after about 5 pulls, prime it once and then try pulling it over. Feb 10, 2010 · was riding it last year and a spark plug detonated i retapped the threads and put new plugs in. Is it possible that it needs MORE spark? Thanks for any input. It would not start after that. You need it plugged in to power your Nov 15, 2008 · installed a fix kit, Powder freaks thermostat, Slp pipe + can, slp clutching, power comander in my 2009 RMK 800 dragon. If I turn Feb 13, 2024 · 3. While the sleds are totally different the wiring is basically the same, after describing the grounding system to him and what to look for he Emailed me this evening to say he found his grounding block looked good UNTILL he removed the cover and found the block burnt. Chokes are working. It has good spark It has good compression. 00$ Oct 26, 2013 · Arctic Cat Snowmobiles. How do You Start a 2-Stroke Snowmobile? Starting a 2-stroke snowmobile is not really different from a 4-stroke as long as it features a fuel-injected (EFI) engine. Oct 22, 2003 · My 85 Jag 440 has not been run since last year. But if it has carburetors, you will have to use the choke/primer to start the sled properly. Compression test on both cylinders and both are around 110-115psi 2. Feb 7, 2007 · One of my buddies has a 1996 Ski Doo formula 500 snowmobile and it doesn't have any spark. . I'm now getting nice blue spark on all 3. has new gas/new plugs. Nov 23, 2008 · My 97 Yamaha Venture 600 ran perfect when I put it away for the summer. Fires for a couple seconds on ether sprayed into cylinders. A few times it didn't spark at all :/ Anyway, here is the list (voltages are average estimates after a few tests on each wire): From The Engine White/Red: 2V AC Blue: 8V AC Nov 3, 2020 · Loose spark plugs will also hinder your Gator from starting. Mar 18, 2023 · Hi Everyone, still can't determine why my sled won't start. If the OP tried to give it gas while cranking the engine, it likely has wet-fouled the sparkplugs. i wants to run if the exhaust is off not on. 10. That won't tell you if the needle will hold pressure but will give indication if you have a leak. As a result, the snowmobile won’t Mar 21, 2021 · I went to start my sled to load it on the trailer and I couldnt get it to start. Its spark and gas but wont fire. My problem is it wont start. Happens to my RMK's once/twice a year. I have a brand new fuel pump and filter, new distributor plugs and NGK wires. when started runs beautiful with no issues. when i went to start it this winter it was completely dead. Spark plugs can corrode and not function if left sitting for a long time. Next time it's not starting, check for spark (use an inline tester if available. Dec 12, 2008 · Thats a possibility. Out of options to get the sled home and almost killing the battery by trying to start it - tried ether and it fired up fine. Nov 26, 2015 · hi all, i have a 03 800 polaris rmk vertical escape. If they’re defective, however, you won’t be able to operate the sled. That’s why you must ensure you know what to look for when your snowmobile fails to start, suddenly stops, or isn’t as powerful as it used to be. The tank was empty, so I put in a couple gallons of fuel. However, if I turn the key to start the engine cranks but never fires. Use the choke to try to get the plugs wet. Tried priming the cylinders and it will immediately ignite and run for a few seconds. I took it home to get it going and I can't get it to start. Check spark plugs: replace if needed. Make sure the fuel injector break-in time has expired. Tried new plugs and there seems to be plenty of good spark. Compression is good I am assuming. Spark plugs are another essential piece of the engine that makes it start. 030" from the throttle flipper to the throttle block. May not hurt to take the cover off and have a look inside the chain case for anything abnormal. You will need to wiggle the wires to see if any of them have come loose. The compression seems to be lower than it was before I took the plugs out. seems as there maybe excess gas. All three plugs are getting spark. Not fun getting a good jolt but that would help illiminate spark. When it warmed up, I tried to get it to start and found there was no spark. SPARK PLUGS BRING LIFE. I checked spark and have none when cranking the engine over with the starter. I jus bought it amd new to get it running soon. The same goes for when you hear unfamiliar noises. When you plug in the EFI, usually you should hear it buzz, but I don't hear that anymore, but the engine is still getting plenty of gas. Since there can be multiple reasons why your snowmobile doesn’t start, you’ll have to identify the root cause of the issue for a proper fix. black-green wires of 3-pin are steady at 39. it ran but no faster then 35mph. is interrupted there will no longer be power to the ignition system and the spark will cease. So looks like the EFI is pumping in gas. It will not shut off by turning the key off or swithcing the kill switch off on the handle bar. When left in a heated garage for a while the spark weill return and she starts. I even replaced plugs with new ones. Cheaper way is to blow through fuel line and then turn carb upside down to see if air shuts off as needle closes. I checked compression, 120 psi, and it does have spark with the plug touching metal. The problem was a small crack in a angle piece coming off the tank. it has decent spark and wonderful compression. Still has good compression Has great blue sparks on both plugs. Jan 30, 2016 · After riding last Saturday, gassed up and parked outside, next morning wouldn't start. If your snowmobile has a battery , its failure, or a bad starter could also be why your sled won’t start. Is there some small something that can cause this? Feb 16, 2006 · I have a mountain max 700 98 mod. I kept trying to start it again but it wouldnt start. Pull and starts right up. No spark at all. Wont richen a damn thing unless the engine is turining rpm's. Join the fun! Show Less . The PTO is the clutch side or left side. This can happen if you leave your snowmobile parked in a garage or shed for days without properly winterizing it. Mar 19, 2023 · I just picked up a 1994 polaris indy xlt 600 that has been sitting for a few years. not efi though. they are new plugs. Sled ran great when I got it back. I have spark compression and fuel. Nov 6, 2019 · If you’re dealing with a snowmobile that won’t start after sitting for a long time, don’t despair. I don't know much about snowmobiles, but I do remember that when I started it last year, the light would come on with the pull start and if it didn't start it would dim down and if it did it would stay on. Dec 26, 2012 · A forum community dedicated to snowmobile owners and enthusiasts. Jump to Latest Follow 7K views Jan 30, 2024 · Polaris 800 won't start has compression spark and the plugs are wet when I pull them out. We found it by blowing air in the tank . In a box he gave me there was another coil which I replaced and now I have spark but no fire. This might seem silly and really elementary, but seemingly big problems are sometimes caused by the simplest failures. If there is no spark then useing a jumper wire jump between the black and brown wires in the four wire connector on the eng. Apr 21, 2018 · Then my distributor went out and got a replacement from Advanced Auto Parts and it would start up and run dam good until now sometimes it doesnt want to start at all, the motor just spins. Jan 8, 2010 · Pull the recoil over and see if you have spark or if the previous yellow weak spark is now blue. Past 3 seasons no trouble. See full list on snowmobileman. Just start at the beginning and make sure you have spark. Try switching the relays around. Since then I have read this is bad so won't be doing that any more. If the plugs looked corroded, rusted, or otherwise out of whack, replace them. If you have less than 100 psi compression, it's likely the engine has some issues that won't allow it to start. There are MAG and PTO bands on the spark plug wires. I'm guessing this is a 670 because anything less is, well, not a Mach. Once it sat overnight it took another 5 minutes or so to fire up again. Mar 7, 2007 · 3. Fixing a wet plug (from a flooded engine) is easy. It has spark and new gas but no kick to it. Snowmobile wont start. I mixed the gas right, its not old gas, kill switch is on , fuel is in the lines after the filter , there is spark ( i tried the spark plug tester and also held the plug against the metal and it sparked) . Your engine needs three things to run: Spark, Air, and Fuel. Jan 14, 2010 · Well two weeks later when I get a chance to work on it, it won't fire at all. Follow these instructions to troubleshoot your machine; Nov 14, 2002 · Originally posted by cheeta rup moto@Nov 25 2003, 07:50 PM ok hears what u do!you can geet new plugs check in the points cace and the condencers and if ther is rust on the points use a fine grane of sand paper and filel of the old rust put the cace back togeather and pull it over it it has good sparks than u should get new points and condencers there about 15. It still won't start. side. If the Dec 7, 2006 · Like I'm yanking on it and im pulling the sled backwards so I stopped before i break the cord. I pulled the crap out of it. after about 2-3 trips the sled started to misfire to the point where i couldnt get it to move. Why the hell won't this thing start??? It ran like crap before all the work I put into it but would start every time no problem. This went on for a few weeks but now it won't even try to start, not even a sputter. It seems as if only the right cylinder is getting fuel but not the left. When I should start it after the summer season it fired once, but since then it's been dead. i replaced the battery and it turned over but had no spark. Orange to orange wires are 11. Unplug this connector and check for spark. Took to dealer Monday morning, they can't figure out yet. Tried fuel down cylinder, but nothing! Has pull start, not electric. as for the battery just check with a local Nov 15, 2009 · Ran fine then and stored it all summer. The relay clicks when you turn the key, and the fuel pump runs just wouldn't start. There are four wires coming out of the eng. If your snowmobile won’t start or accelerate, it’s usually because of fouled spark plugs, fuel or carb issues, or perhaps a flooded engine. this year it wont start at all. The choke can be turned off, and the spark can be plugged out to fix it; it should be done until all the fuel is dissolute, then, clean the plug and put it back in. The fuel pump is pressurizing well and I can see it pass thru the filters. I have tried bypassing the ignition switch, tether, and kill switch and no change. If you have an EFI, you can only check for spark and it will not start or run with it Jan 11, 2009 · Specific Snowmobile Forums. Like sled is totally dead. Sep 10, 2022 · Possible Reasons Why Your Snowmobile Won’t Start There can be many reasons why your snowmobile isn’t ready to move yet. I don't have a compression tester A lawn mower turns over and won’t start when it isn’t getting air, spark, or fuel due to a plugged air filter, incorrect choke setting, bad spark plug, plugged fuel filter, clogged fuel line, bad fuel pump, dirty carburetor, or old gas. Does anyone know where to find a used one or a cheaper new one? Regards from Norway Jun 29, 2022 · One of the most common reasons a snowmobile won’t start when it’s cold outside is because there’s ice in the fuel line. shit it off and it wont start again til you put gas down spark plugs. Bought a new battery for it put new spark plugs in it. It has compression it has spark and its getting gas. ) Feb 13, 2017 · Got home to unload and it won’t start pulled about 50 times nothing I have spark 500, 650, snowmobiles, sleds, ATV's and more. Mar 11, 2024 · This means the MAG and PTO spark plug leads and caps must be on the correct spark plug. Also does anyone know where I can get a manual for it? thanks Jan 12, 2010 · Pull the recoil over and see if you have spark or if the spark is now blue. Jan 11, 2009 · Providing a little more information would be alot more helpful so people can steer you in the right direction. The injector will flood with oil sometimes and you have to push it through. In this article, you’ll find the most common causes and how to address them. 😁 670's are thirsty right from the first pull. There is a lot more corrosion than when I first dried it out last February. if the switch . Dec 25, 2008 · I just got this 120, the thing has been abused a bit, but it was the best priced one i could find. Mar 19, 2023 · first thing I would do is pull the three crank case drains in front ,, dont loose the little washers . I've tried cleaning the carb. Put some gas and also tried ether nothing. Gas is new in it. Jan 9, 2021 · I have an old 1999 Skandic WT, with the Type 503 motor. Most snowmobiles face starting issues after sitting idle for an entire season. Feb 16, 2008 · 2002 Skidoo 500 GT Wont Start Jump to Latest Follow 977 views 1 reply 2 participants last post by ripsnorter Feb 18, 2008 Jan 27, 2011 · Still can not get it to start. Make sure you download the repair manual before you starting working on the snow-machine. Only way around this is to pore a bit of gas down the sparkplug hole and put in a new set of plugs. i took it to my dealer and it would sometimes start for them and other times it would have no spark. Jan 11, 2010 · I recently acquired a 1989 Yamaha Exciter 570 (pull start), and I have been trying to get the sled to run. Gas pumps out of fuel pump with hose disconnected. Now its dead Sep 5, 2022 · Well I think I have checked just about everything. Also pulled key switch plug and made a jumper from 7 to 9 and same thing. i've checked the choke, carb, fuel lines, etc everything seems normal. is it currently plugged in? a faulty switch will also create a no spark. he brought it out of storage and it wont fire. Bought a new Voltage zRegulator - I now have spark and fuel. Jan 5, 2005 · The sled runs great but recently developed a problem. Has anyone else had this problem. It's a bit of a concern that you have dropped 8 to 10 points from a week or so ago. Was wondering where this tube connects. Brown-green wires test out at 360 then keep climbing to over 800 slowly. The GOD D@#N thing still wont start!!! I tried starting fluid too and it doesn't even pretend like it wants to fire. it wants to start when i spray either and back fires like you wouldnt belive. the thing is immaculate. The possible reasons why your Sea-Doo:won’t turn over at all:– Wrong D. has spark and fuel and won't start. If you do, check the timing, if the timing is correct, check for fuel, etc. Mar 17, 2014 · No spark. First time through it, it got cleaned carbs, new pickup and fuel cap then started/ran like a top in the driveway. Feb 3, 2004 · One time I forgot to turn the fuel off on my Pro X 440 fan. Jan 17, 2004 · My bros has tried to start the sled the past 3 days it starts then backfires after acouple of minutes So today I went to start it It started allright Then backfired the filter on top of the airbox flew about 8 feet in the air :dazed: would not start after that :cussing: Jan 13, 2014 · >Primed with gas in the cylinders, attempted to start. I know starting fluid is not good to use but that doesn't even start it. Red LED on ECU lights up. then put them back in and it wont start. Sep 10, 2020 · Do you have spark? If so, dribble a bit of mixed gas (chainsaw fuel works great) down the plug holes and see if it will pop. Batteryless Jan 9, 2012 · Ok so you get spark on both plugs, pull the plugs and pull the engine over to geyt rid of the gas in the cylinders (its flooded) put the plugs back in and try to start it. This is common when the snowmobile has not been run for a while and can sometimes be corrected with the proper use of a carburetor cleaner and/or starter fluid. Most sleds have plugs near the bottom of the engine to drain it out. I got her home checked the fuel pump, checked the fuel lines, checked the spark plug, and checked the air cleaner. Feb 16, 2008 · 2002 Skidoo 500 GT Wont Start Jump to Latest Follow 977 views 1 reply 2 participants last post by ripsnorter Feb 18, 2008 Jan 17, 2021 · When using the key starter spins and does have spark but does not start. Checked for power when pulling at the im going to guess fuel pump. Plugs are wet after crank. Oct 4, 2011 · The gap should be 0. didnt quite get the jist of the disconnecting the key switch comment. Say it has spark, fuel & compression. this year now i Sep 30, 2009 · not that I ever really noticed, I didnt check that tho cause I wasnt getting spark so I knew it was electricalIm not sure about an arctic cat but my parents old polaris indy 600 had drain plugs on the front side bottom of the motor that when they would get flooded you could pull them out and drain the case and it would start right away. but Dec 30, 2010 · I went outside and started my 1989 polaris today and it started pretty easy but after it ran for about 5 minutes it just died. Now it cranks, but won't start. Wont start now. Dec 26, 2009 · Brought sled inside and tested 3-pin connector for stator. Dec 14, 2005 · I am having trouble starting my z440 lately. Now its dead Feb 8, 2005 · I recently bout a 1978 Yamaha ET250 for my 10 yr. The difficulties that can make a snowmobile fail to operate are associated with these areas. I'm getting fuel getting spark and getting air but the dang thing still won't run. I was riding it today and it ran good. It took me a couple of hours to figure out what the hell was wrong because I had spark, fuel & compression. Dec 20, 2023 · One snowmobile issue can have one or more causes requiring specific fixes. Feb 18, 2021 · Long story short: I have been through this thing 2x times. Spark plugs dont look alarming and has spark. Carbureted models can be started and run with this 4-prong connector unplugged but you won’t have lights ect. When the symptom does occur with the no start condition, i am not getting no spark. Changed gas in tank. it has spark but one side its a good spark and the other doesnt seem to spark like the other. No codes are showing! I got it running on luck the other day and it ran terrible. 5vdc or better then could be the R4 Relay. Jul 28, 2010 · If it has spark after the coil, now maybe one of the other changes have affected the car and that's why it wont start. Obviously theres compression cause its still tough to pull like it always has been. will that one work in my 580 efi if it come down to it? Jan 28, 2022 · I pulled it out yesterday. I tried starting it multiple other time on separate occasions. :wall: Thanks Dec 10, 2002 · I have an actic cat Jag 440 i got just got it las winter but it ran out of gas one day and hasnt started since. if it still doesn't start it sounds like it could be the coils or even the points are toast. Spark (needs oil to run RIGHT hah) If puting gas in the cylinders doesn't start it. It's like the kill switch or key is turned off, which of course they aren't. Sometimes, a snowmobile won’t start due to some technical faults. You Need a Spark. In the summer it starts all of the time but it sure does have issues when it is cold, Some times it fires right up but once cooled down it won't restart but after a day or two it might, Now I can't get it to go at all. 3. If you have spark then that sled has an open system. Jan 22, 2021 · Keep priming it once it is started. Relying on starter fluid to get your sled running can be a last-ditch measure, but one you should be reluctant to use. Jump to Latest 8K views Oct 4, 2023 · The engine could become flooded if it’s over-choked while trying to start. Sometimes it starts for a minute and then it backfires and wont start for a little bit. The spark plug wires will be at the top side of the engine. These are the things Ive tried 1. then you have a spark issue. Anyone have any ideas? I have all the shops stumped. Some clues. F Series Twin Spar Chassis 07-20 f1000 wont start. Feb 20, 2011 · Still need to check battery voltage needs battery & capacitor to start. 9 4 to 8 year old outboard 2 cycle. Nov 21, 2003 · I think the ECU is toast. Jan 7, 2019 · To check needle and seats I used a Mighty Vac and apply 3-5 psi through fuel line with carb turned upside down to shut needle valve. (440 sno pro) and it didn't start. Jan 18, 2011 · O7 xrs won't start rode up to gas station everything was fine go to leave and it won't start. i've even pulled the spark plugs and put fresh gas into Nov 21, 2021 · There are other options for oil, but I would stick with a snowmobile specific chain case oil. Jan 21, 2010 · I have a 91 polaris indy 340 that i blew a hole in one of the pistons, i rebuilt it and i think i did it right. Still wont start. 2. The motor had good spark, but the fuel pump was not coming on. Dried Out Fuel Lines and Carburetor. Nov 26, 2012 · Well we've got snow in Timmins Ontario, tried starting the GTX for the first time since spring, a lot got in the way and didn't have time to get it prepped for storing, but was stored in the garage. Oct 20, 2006 · It stalled in the driveway (running fine until then) and would not start. that is the tors system and it has been bypassed, but unless the other wires are plugged to themselves, no spark. WD40 will short out the spark plug and it wont fire, even if you put a new plug. 010" to 0. Carbs taken apart and cleaned over and over and over and adjusted Good compression Good fuel Good spark Replaced end seal pour a lil gas down spark plugs it will run all day long,. Dec 9, 2007 · My friend just brought me a 72 Kitty Cat. last year it ran great never had a problem started on first pull. Well I am back at home again and now it has spark but very weak, won't even try to start. Just picked up my first sled 1995 ZR 580 Carb with 2200 miles but it wont start. Jul 14, 2010 · I have a 97 mxz 670, has been bored . It has 119 compression, has spark (that I can see on both plugs) and has fuel but wont turn over or even sputter. Then take the end of the drill bit out of Mar 26, 2024 · A snowmobile that won’t start can be frustrating, especially if you’re using it after a long summer break. It has new spark plugs in it and a full tank of gas but it still wont start. It doesn't even stumble or try to start. So maybe thats your problem or most likely you have to clean your carbs. In case the wires are loose, you will need to press the spark plug wires firmly back into the spark plugs. I figured that it would at least run for 4 or 5 seconds with gas/starting fluid/etc. Feb 26, 2013 · Verified I have spark Believe to have fuel going in. I have seen electrical parts fail when they get hot but never cold. You don’t need to panic whenever your snowmobile fails to start, because we will show you the troubleshooting steps in this article. There is blue spark, fuel pressure, it shoots well out the Injector, new spark plug, new voltage regulator, new fuel pump, new fuel pressure regulator. Mar 20, 2010 · find the wires that the ones from the carbs are supposed to be connected to and make sure they are plugged into each other. Is there a way to check the coil, maybe it's starting to go? When I pull start it the front headlight comes on. got it all together and it started it ran really rough and the the revs would drop till it stalls and the dash and head light would also blink on and off. put an new voltage regulator in and now there is no spark and the Oct 29, 2002 · Did you store with wd40. Come join the discussion about performance, trails, riding tips, modifications, classifieds, accessories, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! Dec 5, 2016 · Arctic Cat Snowmobiles. Jan 20, 2023 · New spark plug wires may also be needed. Water in the Fuel If there’s water in the fuel, it will prevent proper combustion and won’t allow the engine to start. Especially if you start it a few times and only run it for a minute at a time. 028"-. Any feedback would be appreciated. I never had a problem till one day i went out to start it and it had no sparkso i robbed the coil pack off the other arctic cat 440, it starts right uptake it to a friends house 30 minutes later, unload it and it wont start, same problem, so i switched to the original coil and it fired up Jan 5, 2014 · Went to eat on the trail, tried to start up - just kept turning over and acting like it wants to start: sputtering. The plugs were a little black and slightly wet so I put new ones in. On the opposite end of the spectrum are fuel lines and a carburetor that have dried out. now after adding new gas the sled refuses to start. All work fine. I got it to fire up for about 2 minutes once, and there was excessive grey smoke (not an oil problem, just too rich) and then the engine started bogging down and it Dec 18, 2013 · I had the plugs out and they where wet put new ones in and they came out wet so I burnt off he original ones and see if they work and I put in the left side spark plug and left the other one to test it (right) and the motor turned over and ran but I shut it off just because I didn't know if that was bad. If battery voltage 12. 031" gap could have BR8ECS if it has had fouling issues! Dec 4, 2012 · hey all im new to sledding and i bought a 93 indy sport 440 off my buddy he said it has ran fine the past few years. Sometimes, your snowmobile may suddenly stop running, even though there’s enough fuel. If it tries to start, it's a fuel issue. Dec 5, 2010 · I have a 1996 cat pantera w/580 efi. its been there 4 weeks and i could use some advice on what might be wrong and if anyone has had this problem. Jan 3, 2006 · Sled won't start. I 've tried spraying starter fluid in the carb amd the spark plug and it wont start for anything. 1982 John Deere Liquifire 440=SOLD 1982 Yamaha Bravo 250=SOLD Jan 17, 2002 · Anyhow try this. I have spark, i have good compression, gas is getting to the carbs, plugs are new and wet when trying to start, cleaned fuel filter and fuel pump and the screen filter coming out of the tank itself. turns over but won’t start:– Spark plug issues – Burnt fuses – Bad Dec 25, 2005 · '07 Apex RTX w/Pro X suspension conversion, Fox Floats w/resi's, Doo extro drivers, Cobra track, Dual Ryde FX rear clickers, . Jan 3, 2009 · I was going to see if I could find an in line spark plug tester to be sure of the spark. Checked the fuel lines, not clogged, has spark, decent compression, no fuel when pulling w/ fuel line off. It has a spark at each of the plugs but I simply can't get it to start. Is there some small something that can cause this? Jan 13, 2021 · 5. Dec 23, 2008 · this might sound stupid had 03 rx1 everybody that came along wanted to hear it run first fourstorke they ever seen killed the spark plugs ive got 04 turbo rx warrior & 06 supercharged apex gt and ive even did it with them when start them you have let them run until the whole exhaust system warms up Dec 19, 2008 · 1998 Mini-Z won't start. it seems like its not getting fuel but im not sure. Feb 26, 2018 · Wipe off the spark plugs and replace them; 2. If it doesn't, check compression. If the connection to any switch; key, kill, tether, throttle safety switch, etc. Feb 24, 2015 · 1999 MXZ 500. I'll certainly give it a shot! It became hard to start but after a few minutes of cranking it would eventually fire up and run fine the rest of the day. 9. Engine back fired and now won't start with starting fluid either. When the fuel line freezes, it prevents fuel from reaching the engine. com Feb 27, 2006 · I've got a 2002 Ski-Doo Grand Touring 380F. Last night i took the plugs out and poured a little drip of gas in each cylinder then tried to pull it over and it turned over and ran but only burned up what was in pistons. i've done all the regulars changed gas as i had removed all the old gas before the off season. The nose was downhill and the fuel somehow ran past the needle& seat and filled the whole motor and pipe with fuel. Fuel valves on, kill switch off, key on - duh Doesn't seem to matter what position choke is in I did get the 800 to run for about 5 seconds or less when added starting fluid in air box. Been a great motor. All this was done with throttle wires disconnected from right hand grip plugs are dry with no spark,fuel pressure steady at 32psi. I either have to pull the spark plug wire or choke it to shut it off. Jul 27, 2014 · My arctic cat 250 2x4 was running one day then I went to start it the next it wont start. It will start on the 5-6 pull if you keep the gas pinned. thanks all. Dec 15, 2010 · I have a 1996 polaris indy trail touring 500 and it wont start. I guess it could be the CDI unit???? Here in Norway it costs $ 1000. 375 Edge torsion springs, HyGear Dual rate front skid springs, SLP anti-stab kit, Powermadd handguards/mirrors, 2" Rox riser, shimmed Poo skis w/custom (homemade) ski savers, Black chrome W/S, Graphics by Arctic FX, and a grin every time I think about it! Feb 4, 2019 · Pull and reset the relays on to of the belt shield and check the fuses. Any ideas? Mar 11, 2015 · The compression does sound low especially if you are at low altitude in NB but that could be the gauge. It's practically brand new with less than 2500 km. It started earlier in the year. It started on the third pull then died after it ran for about 10 seconds. Ive been reading alot of forums. Have had this problem for a while and can't seem to figure it out. I also tried some starting fluid and the sled won't even pop a little bit. Testing out the ohms on the various items now. 3 "squishy" primes and then pull the primer out. The MAG is the recoil side, which is the right-hand side if you’re sitting on the snowmobile. Good Luck :thumbsup: Nov 16, 2010 · I go to start it yesterday, and it won't go. Have you checked for spark? If there is spark, try dumping a small amount of PREMIXED 2-stroke gas down the spark plug holes, put plugs back in and try starting. by the rewind that lead to a four wire connector. I know you put gas and a new fuel pump in it, but if the new fuel pump isn't working your car Dec 5, 2013 · Hello I was wondering if any one new the problem with my sled I only get spark on the first pull and at the end of the pull get a big loud back fire and won't start I cleaned the flywheel because their was a bit of rust where the pulser coil comes in contact with it as we'll I cleaned the rust of the pulser coil and it still doing the Same thing. Also, the headlight is dimmer in the run position and is brighter if the key is in the off position or held in the start position. make sure there's no fuel coming out , pull the plugs bring pistons up mid stroke for all three , if you have it kroil werks the best ,, pb blaster or wd 40 in the cylinders and let it sit a couple days , rings could be stuck,, how good are your carb skills, you really need to pull the jets Jan 24, 2010 · I thought I'd get this back to the top after recieving an Email from a guy with a Venture with similar trouble. With that crack it pulls in air and cant create suction. does it try to fire then? If so its a fuel delivery problem. we cleaned the tank and lines new gas and oil (pre mixed we removed oil bottle) new plugs completely dissasembled carbs cleaned and put back together new clamps i can see fuel going in the lines and the bowls are filling (a buddy who has Nov 11, 2011 · I finally saw the spark plugs spark (I got new ones too), but it was extremely weak and only one spark every time I pulled the start rope. Remove the plug and replace it with a new one. No luck, pull the fuel tank and check the wiring harness around the steering post, remove and reseat the three plugs on the ecu being carful to insure that all of the pins go in square. thanks Mar 6, 2013 · I install a new coil and now I have a strong blue spark. just bought the sled off a buddy and it has always started fine, has fuel, fire and air, also has 140 lbs compression any ideas i could use the help thanks. Jul 30, 2010 · Make sure the engine has the correct spark plugs and they’re gapped correctly. E. But - if it doesn't have too many miles, and seems to work fine, you are probably fine just changing the oil. Feb 11, 2010 · The plug screw was for a fixed jet for the high speed end of carb and the screw on the other side was for the low speed jet. When your snowmobile fails to start, you should begin by checking the fuel, compression, and spark plugs. Start here, dont spend 150 in parts. also id try pulling the plugs and pull the motor over a Nov 5, 2012 · as said pull plugs (key off so no spark) turn off fuel and pull untill no "mist" Then instal plugs (new if you have) with the fuel still off hold throttle wide open and pull untill it fires up, once it fires turn your fuel back on and hopefully you will be up and running. went to start it this year and no go. First year I bought it I had to change oil, plug, and new fuel (drained carb). Lights do light up. Removed the plugs. The plugs are wet after I pulled a few times. Check for spark and I have spark. Feb 24, 2009 · so I replaced them. Vintage Snowmobiles Jan 16, 2004 · When it had just been run it only took 1 or 2 to start it. the first season i bought it i ended up breaking a bolt off that holds the wheel to the belt and couldnt run my sled that year. Go over these parts one by one, including all the many gaskets and seals a cylinder has. He rode it all day yesterday just fine, it did have a little trouble getting started though. Nov 27, 2012 · While driving on the lease the other day my Ranger died and hasn't hit a lick since. Can check spark plug condition and correct type BR9ECS Stock Number 4677 @. Ran great until I tried to start it during a cold snap in January. Then, you need to diagnose what cylinder (use an inline spark tester when pulling it over. The bottom line is, it is getting an over-rich mixture and will not start. I have to turn the fuel off when it sits because it drips out a port in the top of the carburator if i dont (problem with carb vent). If you’re not getting the proper amounts of any of these three, your sled is not going to fire properly. Feb 5, 2008 · Hey guys its Braap Slap This morning I tried starting my sled up. It has oil and no idiot light came on for over heating. I also cleared excess fuel from cylinder with the though that it may have flooded. The main things to start checking when a snowmobile won’t start is the spark, fuel, and compression. Open to all suggestions. Mar 15, 2006 · After checking it over i found that it had no spark. it has 2 wires(red and black) and no power when pulling. I have a 7-year old who wants to take out my 600 if I don't get his going!!! Nov 23, 2012 · Only rode it for about 10 minutes last year cause of no snow! Anyways, I tried to start it (pull start) an couldn't get it going. Feb 10, 2008 · a Mercury 9. old son. Mar 13, 2003 · 2) try to start normally, see if plugs get wet 3) check for a visible spark The throttle wide open doest do anything but add air to the mix. This year put in new fuel, lot's of spark but nothing?? Any help is appreciated. They both have spark. I took the plugs out to clean them. You have to get those welch plugs out in order to clean the small jet circuits. Check throttle free play. I do have a 600 motor with a stator. Checking all the wires under the steering pad had been cut. looks a little weak but I have it. S key – Battery problems – Electrical issues – Burnt fuses – ECM (Computer) malfunctions – Faulty starter. Oct 20, 2008 · Hi i have a john deere cyclone 340 it won't start gas just leaks out of the muffler, it dosent even sound like it wants to start, dose any body have any ideas. Also check the spark plug wire condition. Just backfires. Plugs have plenty of spark. but no luck. It did run when I bought it and now 1 week later it won't run. [] It had poor spark last time I checked then I cahanged the coil and put new plugs in it and its getting good spark now but it still wont run and it keeps shooting LOTS of gas out of only one cylinder (right) but none out of the other and I dont think its the carburator but im not Jan 17, 2003 · I have been having electrical problems on my sled since the day I bought it and have had it in the shop twice for the same issue I have also gone through 3 batteries and 2 voltage regulators: '02 Legend Sport 500 - Liquid cooled Sep 17, 2011 · Anyone that has something for me to try. Feb 21, 2011 · Closed Ignition: Primarily Pre-1998 A "Closed" ignition means the wiring needs to have a closed circuit in order to run. Without properly working spark plugs, you won’t get a spark to fire the engine. Sep 19, 2012 · Hello everyone Newbie here in the sled world. cranks slowly:– Battery problems – Loose connections – Wrong starter. CDI was spitting a spark but the voltage regulator wasn't trandsfering it to the plugs. Feb 24, 2008 · if it has E-start and the battery is completely dead, then you will have to rip it over with a lot of power to pull start it and hold the gas wide open, that is why its hard to rip hard with one arm and hold gas at same time, if you can't do this it won't start, same thing happened to me on my 03 600, charged battery, electric start works for a bit but won't hold charge over night in cold, but Jan 7, 2005 · Hi my girlfriend owns a 1990 377 safari and it won't start. Black-blue wires are 168 at 2 wire connector. I don't know where to start cause I ain't gonna work on it outside in the cold and when it warms the spark returns. *Cliff notes*-Stalls and wouldnt start after no hiccup while riding it-Buddy helps and get it started after 20+ pulls. I pulled it out of the garage yesterday after it sat in there for about 2 or 3 weeks and it wont start. But wont start now. SN > 55,000 bulit in 1975 but looks like it is a 1976 model Some tech manuals say it is piston port, other indicate it may be reed valve. Sep 7, 2018 · If your Arctic Cat snowmobile wont start, has spark bug wont start, wont start when cold, won’t start after cleaning carbs, won’t turn over or will not start after sitting all summer, use the troubleshooting guide above. kinda lost on where to start,if anyone has any ideas please help me out. Plugs all sparked when I checked them and all were wet. Hard to for sure but It's hard to hold the plug and pull it very hard. Take a small 1/8" drill and drill a hole just through the welch plug [easily]. When picking it up the guy squirted a lot of brake cleaner in the carbs thinking it would start, but that didn't work, we did got it to run a few seconds on carb cleaner. I check fuel (OK) and spark - there was none. How To Troubleshoot An ATV That Won't Start? Jan 21, 2004 · I have a 98 grand touring 700 triple with RAVE. Remove the spark plug wire prior to performing repairs on your mower. See a good spark when I pull. as mentioned before. I have fuel, air, compression, and spark. Oct 20, 2007 · i'm having alittle trouble with my polaris this year. I topped the tank off with fresh gas (tank was ran out of gas for storage, maybe had a 1/8 - 1/4 in on the bottom). Feb 10, 2022 · Before you panic, there are some steps that you can take to get your sled back on the trails. I put everything back together and I had (2) long and (2) short flashes. Sled sometimes will not start. Timing Issues If the timing is off on your ATV, then it won’t be able to generate enough spark for ignition and won’t start. Oct 20, 2006 · hello,my 1972 ski-doo olympique 300 wont start,when i got it from a guy it has been sitting in his his garage for a long time so when i got it he told me he thinks it's something in the ignition so when i brong to my house i filled it up with new gas and held my hand over the carb to get gas going threw everything and it fired right and ran great,after about 2months of ridin around are fields Nov 27, 2012 · While driving on the lease the other day my Ranger died and hasn't hit a lick since. It turns over but doesn't fire not even a little sputter. Some of the carbs had a small brass plug in the place of the screw plug. Also, the choke flipper should have 1/8" to 1/4" slack, if there's too much slack there, the plungers won't rise to allow extra fuel in. Any help would be appreciated. gvnzqlm cwpajw zemkuag wiak rizdiqo adlrc ihojd mwied eaotuy lkxpbvq