Why does my Polaris Sportsman 500 lose power?

Why does my Polaris Sportsman 500 lose power?

When the Sportsman 500 stops or loses power, this may be because there is not enough fuel. Owners should refill fuel and turn the cycle key to the “on” position three times before attempting to start the engine again.

What should the fuel pressure be on a 2006 Polaris Ranger?

On my 2006 it had a scharader valve core like your 2008 and i removed it before connecting my pressure gauge. Then you need to run the engine through it’s range. It should hold right at 39 PSI. If not the pump is bad and I suspect that is what you are going to find out. Rule the gauge issue out first.

What should the fuel pressure be on a Polaris 700?

That’s what the valve is for inside the end of the fuel rail. You should read 39-41 psi the moment you turn the ignition key 💡 I’m not sure which machine you have (it would be a good idea to add your machine to your signature) but the 700 should have 39 psi and the 800 should have 45 psi.

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.

On my 2006 it had a scharader valve core like your 2008 and i removed it before connecting my pressure gauge. Then you need to run the engine through it’s range. It should hold right at 39 PSI. If not the pump is bad and I suspect that is what you are going to find out. Rule the gauge issue out first.

That’s what the valve is for inside the end of the fuel rail. You should read 39-41 psi the moment you turn the ignition key 💡 I’m not sure which machine you have (it would be a good idea to add your machine to your signature) but the 700 should have 39 psi and the 800 should have 45 psi.

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.

Why does my sportsman fuel pump keep dying?

This thread is on the removal, disassembly, and servicing of the individual components of the fuel pump assembly on a 2006 Sportsman 700 EFI. This summer I had problems with my machine spitting and sputtering, or dying for no apparent reason, so I started researching forums for fixes and found huge numbers of people with the same symptoms.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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 .

Why are the spark plugs on my Polaris 500 turning black?

It keeps dry fouling the plugs, they are jet black. It was running fine then all of a sudden started doing this. Checked spark and it looks good, any advice?

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 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…

When to call the dealer on a Polaris Sportsman 500?

In that case, a rider should allow the engine to fully warm up before operation. 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.

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.

Why does my Polaris Sportsman 500 not start?

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 kind of ATV won’t start with key?

I have a 2008 Sportsman 500 that randomly won’t start with the key anymore and won’t even try to turn over. 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.

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

EDIT: If the brushes are stuck on the starter you can always try ” litely tapping ” on the starter (with a hammer) when trying the egnition, to see if it will break free and spin. Bewst of Luck! If the battery was “dead”.. wouldn’t it have started when I hooked the jump box to the battery??.. and the winch works fine..

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.

How to reset the service wrench on a Polaris Sportsman?

Select the service interval function by holding the “Mode/Reverse Override” button for three seconds until the service wrench icon begins to flash. Set the next service interval by holding the “Mode/Reverse Override” button to advance the next service interval in one-hour increments.

Are there any problems with the Polaris Sportsman 500?

Polaris designed this utility ATV for hunting and trail riding, and the company offers a number of troubleshooting tips for common problems that may arise. If the engine does not turn over, Polaris suggests three potential problems and solutions. First, there may be low battery voltage, and owners should try to recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC.

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

Just spray a small amount on the coil, then try to start the bike. If it starts, then problem solved. If it doesn’t start, then it means more troubleshooting. Good luck! Check the fuel tank vent hose to see if it is plugged or kinked.

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.

Can a CARB be rebuilt by a Polaris dealer?

I just had the carb rebuilt by a Polaris dealer. It runs great. Idles perfect, accelerates great, perfect. That is until it dies. It acts like it runs out of gas OR the spark fails. I put a new fuel filter, fuel pump, and nice fresh gas on it. I seen on the polaris site that the spark plug cap can be bought apart from the coil.

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.

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.

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.

Why is my sportsman 500 starting to crack?

My ’99s are starting to get cracked and I will be putting new ones on soon. The starter bendix can get rusty and the bushings it rides in can crack. If there is any binding or very loud rattling they are likely the culprit.