How do you fix a snowmobile with no spark?
Disconnect the main electrical connector coming out of the engine, and then check for spark again. This unhooks the kill switch, ignition switch and wiring for those switches. If the spark improves, the problem is within wiring from one of those switches or a switch itself is to blame.
What happens when you turn off the engine on an Arctic Cat?
When in the “OFF” position the switch will ground the ignition wire to the chassis effectively “grounding out” the ignition system killing the spark. If a connecter becomes disconnected or if a wire gets cut then the switch will no longer turn off the engine.
When to stop using Arctic Cat snowmobiles?
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately, and take them to an authorized Arctic Cat Dealer for a free repair. For more information, call Arctic Cat at (800) 210-5941 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m CST Monday through Friday.
What should the voltage be on an Arctic Cat?
If the battery is calling for power and the alternaotr is on and the rectifier is not working, the power goes to ground. Check the voltage at the battery with the machine running. You should have 12 or more volts – preferably around 14.
How can I tell if my Arctic Cat 400 has no spark?
If the battery is calling for power and the alternaotr is on and the rectifier is not working, the power goes to ground. Check the voltage at the battery with the machine running. You should have 12 or more volts – preferably around 14. Find the rectifier – it will be a cube with cooling fins on it. With a self powered test light, test it.
Is the Arctic Cat 600 running on one cylinder?
My arctic cat sled with a 600cc EFI running on one cylinder, it’s loading up with fuel on one and bogs super hard and backfires. 120psi both cylinders, good spark both cylinders, fuel both cylinders. Mag side cylinder isn’t firing. Loading…
Is the 1997 Arctic Cat ZR 580 an open ignition?
All Cats 1997 and earlier run a closed ignition, with the exception of the 1997 ZR 580 that is an open ignition. First you want to see if it an issue in the switches/handlebars or if it is in the primary ignition components: stator, cdi, coils, trigger coil or possibly plugs, plug wires or plug caps.
When did Arctic Cat stop making snowmobiles?
Authorized Arctic Cat dealers sold these snowmobiles nationwide between October 1998 and November 1998 for between $4,000 and $8,000. Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately, and take them to an authorized Arctic Cat Dealer for a free repair.
Why does my Arctic Cat have no spark?
Some older model Arctic Cats have the ground up closer to the handle bars on what some would consider the “firewall” of the sled and they are notorious for rusting/corroding out badly. 7. If all connections are solid and the ground checks good then you start electrically checking components.