Why does my Polaris Sportsman 500 not start?

After testing all coils , valve lash , compression (115psi) and all tested ok I bought a used cdi . After cdi install it still wouldn’t start (no spark) !

When did my Polaris Sportman lose all power?

2018 Polaris 570 Sportman lost all power…. Friday evening went riding, rode for a good hour or so everything was fine. I went to take a short ride to the restroom (less than 100 yds away) and all of the sudden everything flickered and then just died out.

What to do if your Polaris Sportsman 500 catches fire?

Polaris 1999 Sportsman 500. Had no fire. Replaced stator, pick up coil, Ign coil, plug wire and finally the CDI which got me fire. Ran for a bit and cleaned the carb. Got done & no fire again. Any ideas?

What’s the name of the Polaris Sportsman ATV?

My Bayou 220 has survived 3 teenagers and is on its 4th now. Up until recently it has been a virtual tank….until I… 2018 Polaris 570 Sportman lost all power…. Friday evening went riding, rode for a good hour or so everything was fine.

Can a stator be replaced on a Polaris Sportsman?

In the past, this was a very costly repair. Replacing the whole stator requires partial engine disassembly. This is quite a task for the home mechanic, so, your ATV most likely ended up in a repair shop or at a dealership. If you are a mechanic, it’s still a chore to repair this stator problem.

When did the Polaris Sportsman 700 come out?

The thing is, those ATVs in the majority of cases are mechanically sound. They have a lot of years left in them. These issues covered a broad range of Polaris ATVs. Starting with the 1992 Polaris 400L right up to the 2006 Sportsman 700. That is quite a large selection and Polaris has sold hundreds of thousands.

What can I do about a stator problem on a sportsman 600?

During our research we stumbled upon a YouTube video of a journalist who was repairing a 2004 Sportsman 600 with the exact same problem. That video featured a solution from the Canadian company RMSTATOR. Consisting of a CDI box, a new ignition coil and a wire harness with connectors.

Might just buy a new on/off kill switch and see if that fixes the issue. Alright, completely new issue…I have been running the atv by using the pull start or jumping it at the solenoid. Today I tried to jump it at the solenoid and as it started cranking, the whole machine died.

What to do if your Polaris wont start just clicks?

If no light is on turn the key on and you should see the light come on. You need a charged battery to do this test. You can also do this with a multimeter as well. If you do have a drain start pulling fuses to narrow your search. Hopefully this will help you figure out your issues, good luck!

Why does my sportsman 500 not start with a key?

I started it to plow the other day, drove around, turned the machine off for a couple of minutes, went to turn it back on and nothing. Not even a click at the solenoid. I pull started it and it worked fine. The interesting thing is the next day I tried using the key and it fired right up. But ever since that time, no luck with the key.

What should Batt voltage be on Polaris starter?

Check your batt voltage 12.5v or more would be nice then clean, check, tighten every connection between the batt and your solenoid. If all of this passes take the wire going to your starter and connect it direct to positive batt.

Why is my Polaris Sportsman 500 not starting?

First, there may be low battery voltage, and owners should try to recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC. Two other problems may be that there are loose connections on the battery or on the solenoid. In either case, owners should check and tighten all connections. If the engine turns over but will not start, it is possible that the ATV is out of fuel.

What should battery voltage be on Polaris Sportsman 500?

If the engine runs irregularly, stalls or misfires, it is possible that there are dirty or defective spark plugs, which must be inspected, cleaned or replaced accordingly. It is also possible that there is low battery voltage. The 2011 Scrambler 500 battery must be charged to 12.8 VDC.

When did the Polaris Sportsman 500 come out?

Founded in 1954, Polaris Industries first began manufacturing ATVs (all-terrain vehicles) in 1985. This gave the company over 25 years of ATV experience when it released a new model of the Sportsman 500 for 2011.

Why is my sportsman 500 engine overheating?

If the Sportsman 500 engine is overheating, it may be that there is debris stuck in the screen. The debris must be removed prior to further operation. It is also possible that the radiator is plugged.

Returned yesterday with a new battery and installed it. The machine cranks fine, but will not start. Gas is full and non-ox is always used. On/Stop switch is “on”. Everything on the dash lights up properly. Nothing else has changed with the machine since it was parked last and was running.

When did the Polaris Sportsman 500 Ho start?

I keep a 2009 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO up at the farm. Since there was very little snow this winter, I used it on every visit up until January. I tried to start the machine the first week of February and she wouldn’t start.

How can I FIX MY 2013 Sportsman 500?

Check your manual its a easy adjustment. I would set the correct idle speed then adjust the throttle cable. The fuel valve is up in there grab hold of the fuel line and follow it a good way up you have to go up in a bit. It’s not convenient but its there.

When does a sportsman 500 Ho stop running?

At about 1200rpm it’s a 50/50 chance if it will keep running. It sometimes also stalls when coasting or braking when going downhill. It runs great (when I can get it going) under either a light or heavy load.

What should I do if my Polaris ATV wont start?

The third makes the starter motor useless except for parts. 6) If it does turn over then your next step is make sure you have spark. Remove the plug and put it back in the spark plug boot and ground the tip on the motor and turn over and make sure you have a solid spark. If you don’t then you have an ignition problem.

Why do I hear hoof prints on my ATV?

If you hear hoof prints you should think Horses and not Zebra’s. a. If you don’t hear a clicking then you have to make sure that you have power to the solenoid from the key switch. You can meter it from the thin wire on the solenoid. If you don’t then you have an issue in the switch. b.

Sounds like a wiring issue, something might be shorting. you should see if you cn pullstart it, i have a polaris sportsman 500 that starts good with pullstart but it doesnt with electric start. it turns over good but doesnt start… not sure whats wrong with it. No critters found or chafed wires.

What to do if your Polaris ATV won’t start?

now….. 1*. Check the spark plug to make sure it is firing.. remove the spark plug.. make sure you have metal to metal contact and then turn the engine over.. (this might be a two man job).. the spark plug should have a nice big blue white spark,, (some electronic’s will have a weak orange and still fire fine!) 2.

What to do if your sportsman 500 has no spark?

Decided to disconnect the speedo from the wiring plug & hey presto it worked a treat & i did notice some water inside the speedo when it was turned upside down.Has to be worth a try if your quad is stuck in a dealers somewhere that they can’t fix & only a 5min job to check & this one is rounding up sheep again as we speak. Good luck.

Why is my spark plug not working on my Polaris?

As you get to higher RPM’s, the problem gets worse as the arcing is causing the spark plug to not fire consistently or enough. It can load up the plug and foul it.

How did I get a spark on my sportsman 500?

By some miraculous happening i had a spark one day after it had sat in my garage for a week or more & i was able to start it on the pull as we had burnt the starter out but it was missing & back firing a lot. All of a sudden it cleared & revved like a good un but what had i done?

As you get to higher RPM’s, the problem gets worse as the arcing is causing the spark plug to not fire consistently or enough. It can load up the plug and foul it.

Is the Polaris Sportsman 570 a virtual tank?

Up until recently it has been a virtual tank….until I… 2018 Polaris 570 Sportman lost all power…. Friday evening went riding, rode for a good hour or so everything was fine. I went to take a short ride to the restroom (less than 100 yds away) and all of the sudden everything flickered and then just died out.

What kind of spark does sportsman 500 have?

Sportsman 500 no spark.This worked for me. Sportsman 500 with no or very intermittent spark at first. After many hours reading people’s problems with this or the like i thought i should share with you all what worked for me.

What should compression be on Polaris Ranger 800?

I have a 2013 Polaris Ranger 800 with low compression. Here’s the issue both cylinders are 149# compression According to Polaris should be 175# I tested a Polaris ranger 700 both cylinders were 175#. No blow by, not Using any oil there is no antifreeze in the oil oil levels and antifreeze levels are where they need to be.

What should compression be on a Polaris Pred?

Moderators – please move this to wherever it should be, couldn’t find engine or mechanical section. I found out the other day my pred is only turning 98psi compression. The shop guy said it should be 130. What types of problems would this cause.

What does it mean when your car has no spark?

No spark indicates an ignition problem. In extreme cases the (PCM) may have failed. In some cases, a (PCM) problem will cause the vehicle not to run at all. The (PCM’s) functions include positioning the crankshaft and controlling the ignition spark and timing.

How to fix spark, gas, compression, ignition?

Then change it again, they are cheap! If you have fuel, compression and ignition…….at the right time……it has to run, it has no option! As Fish said check the flywheel key and the air gap between the coil and magnet if the above doesn’t solve the problem.

What makes an engine not start or run?

All engines require three things to start and run: spark, fuel and compression. If any one of these is missing, your engine will not start. The fuel pump is running and delivering normal pressure to the engine

What to do if your Polaris Sports has no spark?

These should be followed when you have a no spark condition on your Polaris Sports, but this process will be the same or similar on many other ATVs also (Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha, Kawasaki). While there could be many other reasons why your ATV has no spark, this how-to process should provide a starting point on troubleshooting the problem.

What to do if your Polaris Sportsman won’t start?

So when you get to http://www.atvrepairmanual.com/, just click on where it says “Repair Manual”, select your brand, then select the year and model ATV, and then just download the repair manual instantly. So if the engine turns over or cranks but fails to start up, check for one or more possible malfunctions. 1. No fuel 2.

What causes a Polaris ATV to not start?

It will be one of three things: The brushes are broken or work out (most likely), the starter is rusty and filled with sludge and crap or that the magnets have become unwelded from the side of the starter case. The first two can be easily fixed with an inexpensive rebuild kit and a cleaning.

What to do if your ATV wont start?

If you don’t then you have an ignition problem. If you do have a spark then pour some gas down the spark plug hole and put back in the plug and see if it fires. If it does then you have a fuel issue. Hopefully this will help some people figure out what direction to work toward.

What should I do if my starter motor does not turn over?

Meter the wire lug on the starter and check to see if you have continuity from it to the solenoid lug that is not powered. If you do have continuity, then put a jumper cable directly to the battery positive terminal and touch it to the starter motor lug. 5) If it does not turn over then you need to pull the starter motor out and rebuild it.

What was polaris’first involvement with the Ranger?

Polaris’ first involvement with the Ranger side-by-side line was a little like Columbus discovering the New World. It was the start of a great new era, but the original vision was something quite different. Columbus was just looking for a shortcut; Polaris just wanted a utility vehicle. Both got way more than what they bargained for.

When did the first Polaris Magnum 425 come out?

In 1995, the Polaris Magnum 425 was powered by a Liberty four-stroke motor, which was made in the U.S. The next year, the first Sportsman arrived.

What was the problem with my Polaris Preddy?

Backfires though intake/exhaust,HELP!! – Polaris Pro Riders Went to start my Preddy to go riding Sat. morning and the starter clutch went completely out!I knew this was coming, so I pulled it and replaced it. Then when I tried to start it,it backfired through the intake.

Why does my Polaris Pro rider keep popping?

No surging, no hick-ups. When you rev it, it blows. It sputters, backfires, pops..you name it. Not so much sitting still but every time when under load. And it’s probably from 1/4 throttle all the way up. At WOT after a few seconds, it seems to clear out and then it screams but if I keep it there too long, it wants to start stalling out on me.

What was the last time my car backfired?

The last time I tried to start it, it backfired through the exhaust! With various carb issues in the past i have been able to get some kind of a different result by cupping the intake tube with my hand, while trying to start it.

What causes a Polaris Sportsman 500 to backfire?

I have a 99 Polaris sportsman 500 that is backfiring through the carburetor. It will start fine and idle perfect, but as soon as I touch the throttle it’ll pop and backfire like crazy at the carb. I can let go of the throttle and it’ll settle back to idling.

Why does my Polaris ATV pop through the carburetor?

Have you cleaned out the silencer as per owner’s manual which possibly could cause a over rich condition if air flow is restricted. make sure you have fresh gas and clean air filter and maybe even disassemble and clean the carb thoroughly. Check the ETC adjustment. Try it with the override button pressed. The etc is fine.

What causes popping and hesitating on Polaris Pro riders?

That kind of popping/backfiring. You know how if it’s advanced too far it starts real hard and rough but will rev to the moon, but if it’s retarded too much, it starts super fine but sputters and bucks and spits and kicks. Would a sheered woodruff key put off symptoms like this?

What happens when you run out of gas in a Polaris?

It works well as long as fuel is in the lines. However, sometimes it needs a little help overcoming vacuum lock. This most often occurs after long storage periods, or after you run out of gas, and the engine stalls. You crank and crank, but the machine refuses to fire.

Why is my fuel pump not working on my ATV?

The engine crates a vacuum pulse to the fuel pump, which in turn creates an amount of pressure that pushes fuel into the carburetor. If you’re not getting good suction, try replacing the diaphragms in your fuel pump and make sure your vacuum lines aren’t cracked.

What to do if your Polaris won’t start?

This most often occurs after long storage periods, or after you run out of gas, and the engine stalls. You crank and crank, but the machine refuses to fire. Sometimes, you can apply the choke to a warm engine, and it will start, other times it may only pop, but not fire up and run. There is a way to fix this. Remove the seat.

Why does my fuel gauge not work on my Polaris general?

So there is no point in taking it to the dealer to have it fixed, because this is “normal”. Just have to get used to more crap I guess. Not normal but a few has had problems. For most electronics are not there thing. but the fuel gauge circuit is simple. The fuel gauge on the General is a digital electronic type.

Is it possible to hard start a Polaris?

Once started it ran fine and would start easily again. In both instances they needed a valve adjustment. The valve would not fully close so it could not get compression. Both ran great after that. Might not be it but its worth mentioning to the dealer.

How long does it take to start a Polaris general?

Took 30 minutes once to get my General started. Once started it ran fine and would start easily again. In both instances they needed a valve adjustment. The valve would not fully close so it could not get compression. Both ran great after that.

Why does my Polaris Sportsman not start up?

A starting issue can have many symptoms. For example, the four-wheeler’s engine turns over but fails to start, or maybe the engine will not crank at all, or maybe the engine fires up but dies shortly after. This video details what you should check if your Polaris Sportsman won’t start.

How do you start a Polaris hard starting?

Use a center punch to go up through the center of the domed washer bolt hole and put a punch mark in the frame. I then drilled the holes with a 1/4″ drill, then opened them up with a 3/8″ drill…then remove the domed washer, put a rivit nut on the mandrel, put it up into the hole in the frame, and pinch it up.

What does it mean when your ATV won’t start?

The solenoid should make an audible “clicking” sound each time you hit the starter. If it does, you know it is getting power, and the problem is likely with the solenoid itself or possibly the starter.

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Can a sportsman 500 shift into high range?

2004 Polaris sportsman 500. Will not shift into high range Automatic transmission. Rest of the gears work Clicking this will make more experts see the question and we will remind you when it gets answered. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. Usually a simple process.

Why does my Polaris ATV not go into gear?

Polaris ATVs with EBS (engine brake system) have components that may wear out in time. Inspect the EBS fiber washers (one on each side of the EBS bushing) on the primary clutch to see if they are worn out. If the washers are worn, the belt may not ride in the grooves as it should and instead ride one of the sheaves.

Why does my Honda ATV not shift gears?

ATVs with an electric shifter, like the Honda AS models, uses an electric motor to shift through the gears. If the motor does not work, the bike will not shift gears. The only way to make it shift is by using the emergency shifter (a short-shifting shaft sticking out the left lower side of the engine, use the supplied gear change tool).

2006 Polaris sportsman 500 HO won’t start problem. The fan failure caused the flashing hot light. The starting solenoid also failed, causing the no start issue 2006 Polaris sportsman 500 HO won’t start problem. The fan failure caused the flashing hot light. The starting solenoid also failed, causing the no start issue Skip navigation Sign in

When to replace the ignition on a Polaris Sportsman?

Looking up a stator or a CDI/coil unit for those models will lead you to a replacement part number which includes an entire ignition… stator, flywheel, CDI/coil, and voltage regulator… that will update your Sportsman to the late 2004 and newer system and solve your problems altogether.

When did the Polaris Sportsman ATV come out?

Since its inception in 1993, Polaris has manufactured well over one MILLION units, making it the best-selling utility ATV platform in the industry.

What is the RM stator Polaris Sportsman upgrade?

The RM Stator Polaris Sportsman upgrade consists of a new CDI and a remote coil, all required wiring, and installation instructions that allow pretty much anyone to get the job done without professional help. This kit uses the heavier windings of the lighting coil to power the ignition.

Can a Polaris ATV start without a shot of ether?

Junk Polaris ATV won’t start with out a shot of ether. WTF! 57,331 Been trying to get a god damned 2014 Polaris 850XP with 996 miles on it to start without a shot of starter fluid. The pile of shit will crank and crank and crank, but will not start without the chemical kick.

Are there any problems with the Polaris Sportsman 570?

Polaris Sportsman 570 Engine Problems Off-road vehicles must contain a strong engine to propel the machine over obstacles and rough terrain. Sadly, the Polaris Sportsman 570 can’t boast of a reliable powertrain.

Are there any recalls on Polaris Sportsman ATVs?

Name of Product: Sportsman 570 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) Hazard: The air intake duct can contact the fuel rail and cause a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard. Remedy: Repair. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair.

What does it mean when your Polaris won’t start?

Polaris Sportsman won’t start refers to when the all-terrine vehicle’s engine will not turn on or activate. A starting issue can have many symptoms. For exam…

What kind of cars do Polaris cars sell?

The company currently sells snowmobiles, ATVs, side X side vehicles, motorcycles, and neighborhood electric vehicles. Polaris is also one of the few big factories to sponsor race teams on the World PowerSports Association Snocross circuit.

Is the Polaris personal watercraft still in production?

PERSONAL WATERCRAFT – No longer in production. An American manufacturer, known for their snowmobiles, Polaris Industries was established in 1954. The company currently sells snowmobiles, ATVs, side X side vehicles, motorcycles, and neighborhood electric vehicles.

What to do if your Polaris Ranger wont turn over?

Turn on key and ‘silence’. It will occasionally start, allow me to get a block or 2 from the house,then the gear selector lights go out, and the engine dies immediately. I’m tired of towing it back to the house.

Why does my sportsman 90 starter not turn over?

The neutral/reverse lights come on and the brake light works. I’ve disconnected and reconnected most every electrical connector I can reach, but still no luck. Anyone have any idea what might be causing this problem? I’m thinking it’s got to be a loose connection or possibly the regulator, but I don’t know how to test the regulator.

What causes a Polaris ATV to not turn over?

5) If it does not turn over then you need to pull the starter motor out and rebuild it. It will be one of three things: The brushes are broken or work out (most likely), the starter is rusty and filled with sludge and crap or that the magnets have become unwelded from the side of the starter case.

What is the problem with my EFI plug?

It can load up the plug and foul it. The problem is on the coil. The dual coil is mounted to a panel inside the front left fender well. There is one bolt going through the center of the coil mounting it to the panel, which mounts to the frame.

Why does my sportsman 500 battery not work?

Check and trace the wires going to your key switch. Check the ground at negative side of the battery. I’m sure more people will have more ideas… Welcome to the site. Electrical switches don’t work when the contacts get too dirty.

What happens when the lights go out on a sportsman?

Lost all electrical power no lights, no starter nothing ,battery has full charge on a 2003 500 sportsman machine was running when lights went out and lost all power . It will start and run manually. How do I trouble shoot ?

What are the codes on my sportsman 500?

Trying to find answers to codes on my 2008 Sportsman 500 EFI HUD and fuel gauge flash ; codes count as 1-3-6-1 . Trying to trade down an answer to the codes

What should I do if my sportsman 500 wont start?

Registration is fast and you can even login with social network accounts to sync your profiles and content. 2008 Sportsman 500 EFI w/ key on, no lights/ won’t start… has new battery? Need help start… Forward 4×4 works fine but only 2 wheel when shifted into reverse.

Is there a no spark Polaris Sportsman 500?

I have a 2003 500ho with no spark, I was riding after a new top end job and it just quit. Replaced ignition coil, stator and pick up coil, now new cdi box and still no spark. Guess I will try the speedo next, can’t hurt but this machine only has 48 hrs and 303 miles.

Can you replace the starter on a sportsman 500?

Please try again later. Replacing the starter on the 2000 Polaris Sportsman 500. Doing some checks before to make sure the starter solenoid is not bad. At first I thought the starter sounded odd but it has been so long since the starter has worked I am pretty sure that is the way it has always sounded. I will report back if I have any troubles.

Are there speedometers on the Polaris Sportsman 500?

I know ONLY about the speedometers on Polaris Sportsman 500 ‘s for the years 1999 and 2000: If you ask me about speedometers for any other make, year or model, I can’t help you! (They may be the same – they may not – I don’t know.)

What kind of battery does a Polaris Sportsman have?

Last year, a friend of mine had the battery go bad on his 1999 Polaris Sportsman 500 4-wheeler. Aside from the inconvenience of having to pull-start it, it seemed to work OK.

Why does my sportsman 500 cut out at half throttle?

A few days ago our 2000 Sportsman 500 started cutting out at about half throttle. Throughout the entire rpm range a hollow sound is made. It sounds like when I start my Honda without the air filter on. It has a near identical sound. It just feels like it doesn’t have the power at the upper rpm levels.

Is the motor on my Polaris Sportsman still working?

Did an oil/filter change, had a little metal on the magnet, that happened at 8000mi, I sold the ATV w/15000mi. on and it’s still running. If you service the motors on your Polaris you’ll find that their the best part of the mach.. The clutches when they start to fail will do some strange things.

Why is my Polaris Sportsman bogging down on the road?

I just bought a used 500 1998 model with no history.After cleaning carb and new plug it starts and idles fine. On the road when you hit 15 mph it just looses power. It doesn’t slow down but just acts like it is in too high of gear.

How many ounces of gas do you need for a sportsman?

If I remember correctly, it should only be about one ounce per gallon, so only 3-4 ounces are needed. Nope, its doing the same thing mine done. Ill bet the exhaust lobe on your cam shaft is worn out. Pull the front plastic the gas tank and take off the valve cover. I’ll bet you the cams worn out.

Can a Polaris Sportsman run with a choke on?

2000ish Polaris Sportsman 500, 4-stroke. It had been put up for a while ( a few months), it wouldn’t start when i went to get it out. Finally got it started with starter fluid and it’d only idle with the choke on, choke off it’ll run, but pops, doesn’t run well and won’t idle.

Why does my Polaris ATV idle but die with throttle?

I pulled my fuel line to the carb and started it, when I gave it throttle it pumped more gas so I know it has gas to the carb. It seemed to run the same with the line pulled, until the remaining gas in the carb ran out. That makes me think it’s a fuel issue with the carb.

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Why does Polaris general not start just clicks?

Wont start just clicks. So I went out to start the general the otherday and it was dead.. Today I finally got around to throwing a charger in it and it still wont start it just clicks..

Why does my Polaris RZR 900 not start?

Click to expand… You should see the way they do the RZR 900s. Friend from work lost power on the trail. Click no start. Then it turned into buzzing from a relay. Then finally nothing. Towed him out. Now the bottom of his fuse box is completely exposed. So it was full of mud.

Where does the Polaris CDI box come from?

Manufactured by Rick’s Motorsport Electrics. The Polaris CDI Box (capacitor discharge ignition) works for multiple types of all-terrain vehicles. The CDI box is part of the Polaris engine’s electronic ignition system. At Rick’s we specialize in producing high performance electrical components for motorsport engines.

What is the rev limit on a Polaris CDI box?

The CDI box is part of the Polaris engine’s electronic ignition system. At Rick’s we specialize in producing high performance electrical components for motorsport engines. The Rick’s Motorsport Electrics Hot Shot Polaris CDI box retains the stock curve and has a rev limit of 10,000 RPM. Just replaced my stock CDI box because it was defective.

What kind of ignition system does Polaris have?

The Polaris CDI Box (capacitor discharge ignition) works for multiple types of all-terrain vehicles. The CDI box is part of the Polaris engine’s electronic ignition system.

What to do with a 2000 Polaris Sportsman 500?

Put some Seafoam in the fuel and run it. Old fuel with alcohol is hard on these carbs. The corrosion will partially plug up the circuits, especially the low speed one. If you are going to let it sit, turn off the fuel and run the carb out before storing. I used to own a 2000 500 also.

What to do if your Polaris Sportsman has mechanical issues?

Also help locals with mechanical issues. Put some Seafoam in the fuel and run it. Old fuel with alcohol is hard on these carbs. The corrosion will partially plug up the circuits, especially the low speed one. If you are going to let it sit, turn off the fuel and run the carb out before storing.

When to replace the axles on a Polaris Sportsman?

Best to replace them when you see some cracking because if mud gets in then they are toast. Thecvman on eBay has good prices for quality axles. Check your intake tube to the carb and the carb boot to the motor for any air leaks as well with a can of carb cleaner for a surge.

Why does my Sportman 500 backfiring when I start it?

Once it starts it runs fine, and sometimes it will start with no issues. This backfiring mainly occurs when trying to restart while the motor is hot, but sometimes when it’s cold. Any ideas of things that could be wrong?

What should I do if my sportsman 500 is overheating?

A dealer should be consulted if there is a clogged fuel filter, a reverse speed limiter malfunction, worn/defective spark plug wires, electronic throttle control malfunction or any kind of mechanical failure. If the Sportsman 500 engine is overheating, it may be that there is debris stuck in the screen.

How can I FIX MY 2000 sportsman 500?

BTW 99′ sportsman 500. I just repaired my 2000 sportsman 500 today. it had the NO LIGHTS, NO SPEED (needle), NO HOURS (digital), and NO MILEAGE (digital)issue. there are 3 screws under the numbers, you need to peel the plastic label up carefully.

What to do if your ATV float gets stuck?

Same thing will happen if your float is getting stuck. You’re going to need to clean the carburetor and possibly replace those parts if they’ve gone bad. First remove the float bowl to gain access to the carburetor insides. Then you can remove the pin holding the float in place.

Is it bad to put the speedometer backwards?

According to the Motorola datasheet Pin1 is B (Base). The Base Collector and Emitter need to be in the correct positions. You can insert it backwards. That would probably be bad if you applied power and a signal with it backwards.

How to get a quote on a 2005 Polaris Sportsman?

If you would like to get a quote on a new 2005 Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O. use our Build Your Own tool, or Compare this ATV to other Utility ATVs. To view more specifications, visit our Detailed Specifications. Enter your ZIP code below to search for ATV dealers near you.

Why does my Polaris ATV not crank or click?

Okay. If it doesn’t have the right volts it won’t crank. Everything could work (lights, winch, etc.) But if the volts aren’t high enough it won’t crank, only click. You can check fuses and relays, will be a cheaper and easier fix than a new battery.

What to do when your ATV won’t start?

If your ATV doesn’t crank at all when you’re trying to start it, there are a few basic things to look into. 1. Make sure the kill switch/run switch is in the “ON” or “RUN” position. You’d be surprised how often the solution to an ATV that won’t start is forgetting to turn on the kill switch.

What to do if your Polaris wont start?

If you don’t hear a clicking then you have to make sure that you have power to the solenoid from the key switch. You can meter it from the thin wire on the solenoid. If you don’t then you have an issue in the switch. b. If yes, then meter the contacts of the solenoid while turning over the key.

Can you scan a Polaris ATV with a scan tool?

Give her a shot and it fires right up. Unless you are a shit bag Polaris Dealership, you can’t get a scan tool to diagnose it with. Had to do it the hard way with a scope, TPS-good, MAP sensor-good, fuel pressure-good, coils-good, IAC-good, pickup coil-good.

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