Are Road King fuel Injected?
The FLHRI, a fuel-injected Road King was available beginning with the 1996 model year. The Road King Classic (FLHRC) hit the market for the 1998 model year. The Classic featured leather covered hard saddlebags. All of the Road Kings received the new 1450 cc Twin Cam 88 engine in 1999.
What should I do if my fuel injector is not warm?
Start the engine when cold and let it run at idle for 5 – 10 seconds. If possible quick each of the exhaust manifolds with your bare hands and find the one that’s not warm.
Can a bad fuel injector cause an engine to go undrirified?
They are found on the vast majority of road going vehicles in one form or another. Because they are a part of the fuel system, any problems with the fuel injectors can cause all sorts of engine performance issues, that can sometimes even render the vehicle undrivable.
What are the symptoms of a clogged fuel injector?
Diagnosing clogged fuel injectors: Diagnosing dead or clogged fuel injectors is difficult because it acts the same than a bad coil, dead spark plug, broken spark plug wires and or electrical problem. Symptoms: One, multiple or all the cylinders are not firing. The engine does not make power. Engine does not want to start.
What causes fuel injectors to get gummed up?
Injectors also get gummed up with varnish and gunk which formed when fuel is left in the tank for long periods of time. How to unclog clogged fuel injectors. Although there are many products such as injection cleaning additives that claim it can clean or unclog a clogged fuel injector while it is in the engine, they cannot.
What happens if the fuel injector is not working?
Fuel injectors are a vital part of a complex fuel management system. Furthermore, New technology has made fuel injectors more precise than ever in dispensing fuel. If the fuel injectors are not operating properly, then other parts of the engine will be affected as well.
How can I keep my fuel injector in good health?
Another great way to keep injectors in good health is; to regularly add a fuel injector cleaner to to your fuel tank. Many manufacturers claim that these cleaners, will give your car extra power or increased mpg. They probably won’t, or make much difference, to a car that is running properly.
Why does my WD40 engine run rough at idle?
RevTech thought it was likely an intake leak, but before I start making a mess with WD40 to check it out, wanted to get some feedback. It seems like an intake leak would make the bike run rough at idle too.
When to replace fuel injector seals and washers?
If the O-ring fitted to the injector is the problem; then replacing this O-ring will usually fix the leak. If the injector body; nozzle or internal components are cracked; then a new or refurbished injector is your only option. Replacement fuel injector seals and washers are cheap and are, fairly easy to install.