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 car not run with the choke on?
Dwight Coleman there are usually only a few possibilities if it only runs with the choke. One cause could be an air leak on the carb, head gasket, crankshaft seal. The other could be a clogged low speed and idle circuit.
What should I do if my Polaris predator 90 won’t run?
It’s always best to start at base “clean” air filter system – when trouble shooting problems like this. 2 – Install a new spark plug and let it idle for 10 minutes. Remove the plug and tell us its color. It should be slight black / beer bottle brown.
Why does my Polaris Ranger stall at even RPMs?
It will cut out when you give it throttle, it always is preceded with one hesitation. When acceleration is applied it staggers and farts, until you let off the throttle, then it will run fine at an even RPMs until accelerator is pushed. It will always start right up if it dies and will idle.
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.
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 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.
Why does my Polaris Sportsman not spit fuel?
Other than rough idling and the idle RPMs seemed low; the machine would go for hours and then all of sudden it would start doing the funky chicken like it was starved for fuel. I would wait about 15-20 minutes, start it right up, and all would be well again for the next day or two.
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.
What to do when you put your Polaris ATV away for winter?
When you put the bike/ATV away for winter with fuel in the tank, you need to put the proper amount of Stabil or Sea Foam (or similar fuel preservative) in the tank, run the engine for five minutes or longer to circulate the preservative through the entire fuel system, then drain the carb bowls. That will prevent what you are dealing with now.
Can you pull the CARB on a Polaris ATV?
Yep…pull the carb. Your jets are clogged from sitting over winter (usually involving the pilot jet, possibly the main).
When you put the bike/ATV away for winter with fuel in the tank, you need to put the proper amount of Stabil or Sea Foam (or similar fuel preservative) in the tank, run the engine for five minutes or longer to circulate the preservative through the entire fuel system, then drain the carb bowls. That will prevent what you are dealing with now.
Yep…pull the carb. Your jets are clogged from sitting over winter (usually involving the pilot jet, possibly the main).
Why does my Polaris ATV idle all the time?
Your jets are clogged from sitting over winter (usually involving the pilot jet, possibly the main).
What makes a Polaris 4 wheeler not rev up?
Came back from the dunes. Ended the day with alot of wheelies. After getting home 4-wheeler starts idles great and runs good to mid throttle. After this it almost sounds like the rev limiter is kicking in. Air filter is clean. Went back through the carb seems to be good and clean.
Your jets are clogged from sitting over winter (usually involving the pilot jet, possibly the main).
When did the Polaris Sportsman 500 come out?
Remove ads, support ADV. Discussion in ‘ The Garage ‘ started by (none), Apr 5, 2011 . 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.
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Can a pilot jet idle with a choke on?
Buy a spare. Anytime a engine only idles with choke on is pilot jet/idle circut plugged pure and simple. Having the choke on and idles proves it is NOT the CDI. The CDI doesn’t know when the choke is on.
What kind of ATV won’t run at idle?
I have a 2005 Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O. and tonight while plowing snow, it died on me. I can get it to start but it will only run at idle. If I try to give it any gas, it sputters and dies. Sometimes I can get it to rev up but after a few seconds, it will start to die out. It almost seems like its either flooding out or not getting gas.
Buy a spare. Anytime a engine only idles with choke on is pilot jet/idle circut plugged pure and simple. Having the choke on and idles proves it is NOT the CDI. The CDI doesn’t know when the choke is on.
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?
Where to go to troubleshoot a Polaris snowmobile engine?
The best solution to any engine problems is to visit your local Polaris Dealer. Find a Polaris Dealer near you with the Dealer Locator. But if you’re experiencing engine bogging in your fuel-injected snowmobile, including those with a model year 2019 850 Patriot engine, try these troubleshooting techniques.
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.
Why is the magneto on my Polaris ATV not working?
A mechanic said it could be the stator getting hot but as I only have 325 hours on it and bought it new I can’t see how the magneto could be bad so soon. The only thing I can think of is that the plug cap might of got jerked on making it lose spark after it gets bumped around awhile. Or that the coil is failing.
How much does a Polaris choke control kit cost?
The add wasn’t very clear what the choke kit was I was assuming it was the whole choke control. Instead it was only the lever and the stem. This is a total ripoff for $20. I bought the same kit that included a spring at a dealer for $4.16
The add wasn’t very clear what the choke kit was I was assuming it was the whole choke control. Instead it was only the lever and the stem. This is a total ripoff for $20. I bought the same kit that included a spring at a dealer for $4.16
What’s the problem with my 1998 Polaris Sportsman 500?
One of the 4wheelers is a 1998 Suzuki Quadrunner 500 4×4. It has rearend trouble. Problem: The ATV starts and runs at idle perfectly. But as soon as I open the throttle, the engine starts to slow down until it stops.
Why does my Polaris Sportsman 350 not idle?
Cut the gas off today to drain carb.Now engine will not idle.If I open throttle will run,but let off & will cut off.Can screw idle in with no change. 1998 Big Bear 350 2×4 Service Manual??
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Why does my 2005 Arctic Cat 500 not idle?
issues with a/c 2005 500 4×4 atv, will not idle,back fires and bogs out when throttle is touched,have to keep pumping throttle to keep running— things done dealer rebuilt carb- i changed air filter ,plug, changed gas, this machine has 45 hours on it. any ideas would be helpful Welcome to QUADCRAZY!
Why does my ATV keep backfiring at idle?
Take note that most ATVs source fresh air at the junction of mufflers and header pipes. If there’s a leak along the system, the engine will keep backfiring. In some instances, a popping exhaust system indicates that the engine has an extremely lean idle circuit.
Take note that most ATVs source fresh air at the junction of mufflers and header pipes. If there’s a leak along the system, the engine will keep backfiring. In some instances, a popping exhaust system indicates that the engine has an extremely lean idle circuit.
Why does my ATV fire at the wrong time?
This means that it’s firing at the wrong time, which is usually because of failing ignition coils, failing high tension leads, or spoilt connectors and switches. When you don’t ride your ATV for a long time, the fuel inside its tank starts to degrade.
What to do if your Polaris has HIGH idle?
Thanks guy for the advice! If you are running an open air filter you definetly need to get that air/fuel screw cap off and adjust it. You should porbably get a bigger pilot jet as well. I ran a 50 pilot on the stock carb with an open air filter and it ran great.
Why does my 80457s 600 CFM not idle?
The carb idles fine while warming up, but when choke is open & engine is hot, still cannot set curb idle. As I slowly increase curb idle to keep engine from stalling, opening throttle after every 1/8 turn, it will go from barely running to about 2000 rpm & stay there for about a minute or so & then idle down on it’s own & start to die.
Why does my 600 Ves Backfire at idle?
At idle it burbles and backfires like the video shows. Coming off idle it loads up and bogs, and sometimes backfires. Carbs are clean and jetted correctly with freely moving chokes. Floats, needle and seat seem to be fine. Powervalves are clean and functioning.
Thanks guy for the advice! If you are running an open air filter you definetly need to get that air/fuel screw cap off and adjust it. You should porbably get a bigger pilot jet as well. I ran a 50 pilot on the stock carb with an open air filter and it ran great.
How do you troubleshoot a Polaris carburetor?
When troubleshooting a Polaris carburetor, always follow a specific path to diagnose the system. First inspect the fuel tank, then fuel filter and fuel lines. Check the vent lines and fuel pump. Also examine the air box and impulse hose. The exhaust system should be checked too. Finally check the carburetors.
The carb idles fine while warming up, but when choke is open & engine is hot, still cannot set curb idle. As I slowly increase curb idle to keep engine from stalling, opening throttle after every 1/8 turn, it will go from barely running to about 2000 rpm & stay there for about a minute or so & then idle down on it’s own & start to die.
What causes a Polaris 120 to surge at idle?
I have a Polaris 120 2009, what is causing it to surge at idle? It runs perfectly fine, but sitting at idle the engine will surge up and down? Click to expand… LOWER the idle speed !! You must log in or register to reply here.
Why does my Polaris Pro Bike pop under load?
Also, if I’m cruising along in high gear, it doesn’t have issues. Steady throttle seems to be ok except around 3/4-WOT. Even under load. So it runs like crap acceleration from 1/4 throttle to WOT but at WOT for a few seconds, will clear out and run good for 10 sec or so before wanting to die.
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 Polaris ATV run out of gas?
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. Could it possibly be a coil problem?
What to do when your Polaris bike dies?
Feel the coil just after the bike dies to see how warm it is. If you find the coil very warm, then I would use some freeze spray, which is available at auto parts stores. 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.