Why won t my polaris four wheeler start?

Why won t my polaris four wheeler start?

Remove the plug and put it back in the spark plug boot and ground the tip on the motor and turn over and make sure you have a solid spark. If you don’t then you have an ignition problem. If you do have a spark then pour some gas down the spark plug hole and put back in the plug and see if it fires.

How to start polaris sportsman 500?

Starting the Engine

1. Position the vehicle on a level surface outdoors or in a well-venti- lated area.
2. Place the transmission in PARK.
3. Lock the parking brake.
4. Turn the fuel valve on.
5. Sit on the vehicle.
6. Do not use the choke if starting a warm engine.
7. If the engine is cold, pull the.
8. If the knob doesn’t stay where.

How to start a four wheeler that has been sitting?

To Get An Old ATV Running Again

1. Drain And Clean The Fuel Tank.
2. Clean The Carburetor.
3. Change The Air Filter.
4. Change The Oil.
5. Change The Spark Plugs.
6. Change Differential Fluid (4X4)
7. Charge Or Replace Battery.

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.

When did the Polaris Sportsman 500 Ho start?

I keep a 2009 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO up at the farm. Since there was very little snow this winter, I used it on every visit up until January. I tried to start the machine the first week of February and she wouldn’t start.

What should I do if my sportsman 500 is overheating?

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. If the Sportsman 500 engine is overheating, it may be that there is debris stuck in the screen.

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.