What should I do about my sportsman 500?
Check the exhaust lobe on the cam. these are prone to wear if oil changes are neglected. try to run it with the airbox lid removed and see if there is any change. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. Trying to find answers to codes on my 2008 Sportsman 500 EFI HUD and fuel gauge flash ; codes count as 1-3-6-1 .
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.
What to do if your EFI machine is sputtering?
You can also (with the machine off), grab the coil and see if you can rotate it….if you can rotate it, then the ground, mount bolt is loose and needs to be tightened. In order to tighten, you need to remove the two bolts on the mount plate. They screw directly in to the frame.
What kind of carburetor does a sportsman 700 have?
Carburetor repair kit and measuring the float to stock with the new needle in it and it has been running fine since. I have an 04 sportsman 700 Eli. It runs great for a while but then bogs down and has no power. If I shut it off then turn it back on it will run great again for a while.
When did the 2002 sportsman 700 twin come out?
-Farmr thanks to Farmr and the Frontier. I’ve had relatively good luck with my first model year 2002 Sportsman 700 twin and am very happy with it but after 5 1/2 years and over 3000 miles I can add a little to this topic, at least in reference to the earlier Twin models.
Are there any problems with my Polaris Sportsman?
-Also some machines, mostly ’03’s have cold weather start jetting updates, both of the TSB’s and the jetting should have been taken care of under warranty. -Carb boot/adaptor (p/n 1253415), the rubber gets weathered/dry rotted bad on some and may crack through causing excessive air (lean condition) and debris to enter carb/ intake.
Are there any problems with the MV 700?
The MV 700 has clutch problems. Belt deflection and clutch alignment are not set correctly from the factory. 14. Rear storage box leaks. 15. (maybe we can fill this in?)
What kind of fuel pump does sportsman 700 have?
First of all, a shout out to cwlongshot for proofreading this post. This thread is on the removal, disassembly, and servicing of the individual components of the fuel pump assembly on a 2006 Sportsman 700 EFI.
How to remove gas tank from sportsman 700?
Remove the gas tank from the machine lifting upward and backward. — Siphoning the gas out beforehand makes it a bit easier to handle and lessens the chance of spilling gas.
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.
How to remove fuel line from sportsman fuel pump?
Unplug the 3-wire fuel pump/sender wiring harness. Pull the gas tank back an inch or so by lifting upward and backward. This allows you to remove the fuel line from the top of the fuel pump assembly, which you should do now. 7. Remove the gas tank from the machine lifting upward and backward.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 I do if my sportsman 500 backfires?
If the engine backfires, it is possible that there is a weak spark, an incorrect spark plug gap, old or waterlogged fuel, or loose ignition connections. Owners should inspect/clean/replace spark plugs, set correct gap distance, drain and replace fuel and check/tighten all connections, respectively.
What should I do if I give my Polaris 500 gas?
Re: Polaris 500, starts fine but when you give it gas is… Check the exhaust lobe on the cam. these are prone to wear if oil changes are neglected. try to run it with the airbox lid removed and see if there is any change. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address.
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.
How long does a Polaris ATV run before it dies?
It runs about 10 minutes, dies. The really weird part is that if you let it sit about 5 minutes it starts right back up again and runs great again. That is until it dies again.
Why does my Polaris Sportsman battery keep going dead?
I have a 2005 Polaris Sportsman 500. The battery continually goes dead over night. Battery is good and has been replaced several times. Something is draining the battery slowly. This has been going on for a couple of years.
How big is the battery on a Polaris Sportsman 500?
Put the light in between the battery and the battery cable. If it lights up with the key off, you know you have a draw somewhere. -3.31A on the (10a) scale, -1.42a on the milliamp scale. The battery was at 12v last night and 10v this morning.it was hooked up to the machine overnight.
Carburetor repair kit and measuring the float to stock with the new needle in it and it has been running fine since. I have an 04 sportsman 700 Eli. It runs great for a while but then bogs down and has no power. If I shut it off then turn it back on it will run great again for a while.
Why does my Polaris ATV die after great runs?
One other thing is that whatever ate the diaphragm and the fuel pump and the 3 way valve may of degraded the lines to the point that they gumped up the inlet on the carb. What do you guys think? Thanks I couldn’t really figure out why it dies after great runs.
Why does my car stall after a few miles?
When a bad module is responsible for an intermittent stalling problem, the engine will usually cold start just fine and run OK for short distances, but stalls after driving more than a few miles or when driving at highway speeds (especially during hot weather). It’s as if somebody suddenly turned off the ignition.
Can a stalling engine be intermittent driveability?
Intermittent driveability problems of any kind are always a challenge to diagnose. When a customer brings you a vehicle and complains of a stalling problem, you may not have much to go on other than their description of what’s happening and when it happens.
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.
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.
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.
Why does my Polaris Sportsman make a hollow sound?
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.
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.