Why does gas leak from my carburetor?
One of the more common questions we get concerns either the overwhelming smell of gas coming from the carburetor or fuel leaking out of the bowl or overflow. Both conditions are typically caused by a stuck or worn float needle valve. Another common cause is the use of fuel containing any Ethanol.
Why is there no fuel going to the carburetor?
A hole in the fuel line on the tank side could also cause the fuel pump to suck air instead of fuel from the fuel tank. There may not even be signs of leaking, since a fuel line leak on the tank side would have to be above the fuel level for leakage to show. Remove and check all fuel filters located in the fuel line and in the carburetor.
What to do if gas is leaking from bottom of carburetor?
Try flushing the carburetor to remove any dirt or particles. First remove the fuel line from the carburetor and plug it so fuel does not run out. On the very bottom of the carburetor bowl there will be a small brass cover screw, using a flat screw driver, open this screw and allow all gas to drain from the carburetor system.
What causes carburetor to leak on Honda rancher ATV?
This full-length video shows every step of removing and replacing a carburetor in a Honda Rancher ES Four Wheeler ATV. The symptom this 4-wheeler had when it was brought to the shop was a gas leak. When the fuel cutoff valve was open to either the main tank or the reserve tank, fuel drains out of the overflow tube onto the ground. Loading…
Why is there no fuel going to the fuel tank?
Another logical cause could be the fuel pump. If the fuel pump is electric, the 12-volt power may be shorted. A hole in the fuel line on the tank side could also cause the fuel pump to suck air instead of fuel from the fuel tank.
Try flushing the carburetor to remove any dirt or particles. First remove the fuel line from the carburetor and plug it so fuel does not run out. On the very bottom of the carburetor bowl there will be a small brass cover screw, using a flat screw driver, open this screw and allow all gas to drain from the carburetor system.
This full-length video shows every step of removing and replacing a carburetor in a Honda Rancher ES Four Wheeler ATV. The symptom this 4-wheeler had when it was brought to the shop was a gas leak. When the fuel cutoff valve was open to either the main tank or the reserve tank, fuel drains out of the overflow tube onto the ground. Loading…
What to do if your carburetor float is stuck?
If you find a split in the gas line you will need to replace it with 3/16″ gas vinyl line. You can pick that up at the local auto parts store. Next, determine if the carburetor float is stuck. Using the handle end of a screw driver, gently tap the bottom of the carburetor bowl a few times.
What causes a gas leak on a 4 wheeler?
The symptom this 4-wheeler had when it was brought to the shop was a gas leak. When the fuel cutoff valve was open to either the main tank or the reserve tank, fuel drains out of the overflow tube onto the ground. Loading…