Is there a no spark Polaris Sportsman 500?

I have a 2003 500ho with no spark, I was riding after a new top end job and it just quit. Replaced ignition coil, stator and pick up coil, now new cdi box and still no spark. Guess I will try the speedo next, can’t hurt but this machine only has 48 hrs and 303 miles.

Why is the speedometer not working on my Polaris ATV?

Could be a number of reasons the plug for the hall sensor came undone, the hall sensor failed or the wire to it broke, the speedo is broken just to name a few. Does anything work on the speedo like the various gauges, fuel, hour, shift position,etc? Yeah the rpms work the hour meter works my awd works.

What are the indicator lights on a Polaris ATV?

There are only three indicator lights on that model. Neutral (green), reverse (yellow) and overheat (red). Just remember that you need to have everything in neutral, when you start adjusting everything. Before you start adjusting anything, remove the shifting rods ,from the shift box and check movement that shift box is functioning properly.

What kind of ATV is a Polaris Sportsman?

I recently aquired a 2001 500 sportsman, never had polaris atv before, usually hondas. Well i traded some work and got this atv for free.

Why does my Polaris Sportsman 500 not start?

Sounds like a wiring issue, something might be shorting. you should see if you cn pullstart it, i have a polaris sportsman 500 that starts good with pullstart but it doesnt with electric start. it turns over good but doesnt start… not sure whats wrong with it. No critters found or chafed wires.

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 to do if your sportsman 500 has no spark?

Decided to disconnect the speedo from the wiring plug & hey presto it worked a treat & i did notice some water inside the speedo when it was turned upside down.Has to be worth a try if your quad is stuck in a dealers somewhere that they can’t fix & only a 5min job to check & this one is rounding up sheep again as we speak. Good luck.

What should I do if my Polaris ATV wont start?

The third makes the starter motor useless except for parts. 6) If it does turn over then your next step is make sure you have spark. 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.

What to do if your Polaris Sportsman 500 catches fire?

Polaris 1999 Sportsman 500. Had no fire. Replaced stator, pick up coil, Ign coil, plug wire and finally the CDI which got me fire. Ran for a bit and cleaned the carb. Got done & no fire again. Any ideas?

What causes a spark plug not to spark?

The following information helps to identify the causes of weak spark, no spark or intermittent spark. Check for one or more possible malfunctions: No spark or weak spark to one cylinder. Non-resistor spark plugs in use. Spark plug worn, fouled or damaged. Poor connection at spark plug cap to high tension lead.

What to do when your engine has no spark?

Insert a spark plug tester into the plug boot and ground it on a piece of metal on the engine. Finally, Have someone crank the engine and watch for spark. Remove one of the coils from the spark plug. Use an extra spark plug. A spark plug tester. Or even a screwdriver in the end of the coil.

Why is there no spark in my ignition?

An ignition module requires some type of external input in order to activate. If your vehicle stalls unexpectedly during operation and will not start again, it is likely because of loose or corroded electrical connections in the ignition module. In this case, check the switch, clean oxidized terminals, and replace broken wires if necessary.

What should I know about the Polaris Sportsman ignition?

The problematic section of the stator is no longer used, and the new secondary ignition coil is isolated from the CDI in contrast to the integral coil/CDI that comes from the factory. The result is more reliability, better spark, and easier diagnosis should you have another problem in the future.

When did the Polaris Sportsman ATV come out?

Since its inception in 1993, Polaris has manufactured well over one MILLION units, making it the best-selling utility ATV platform in the industry.

Where is the RM stator kit on a Polaris Sportsman?

Installation of the RM Stator kit is quick and easy. There’s no need to remove any part of the engine or engine covers since this kit is installed under the front nose piece with the rest of the electronics. To install the kit, remove the front racks, remove the front plastic bodywork, and you’re ready to go.

What to do if your Polaris has no spark?

We pulled the plugs and there is no spark. We tried disconnecting the kill switch and put a jumper wire. We then disconnected the ignition switch and still no spark. We towed it to a repair shop and they pulled a coil pack from an 01 Polaris 600 and still no spark.

Since its inception in 1993, Polaris has manufactured well over one MILLION units, making it the best-selling utility ATV platform in the industry.

What does Polaris do with the wire covers?

Polaris puts wires in those split corrugated plastic wire covers and zip ties them. This area has a lot of direction change and caused many of my wires to be nicked and severed after a decade of use. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. An expert who has achieved level 1. An expert that has 1 follower.

What kind of engine does Polaris Sportsman x2 have?

Polaris 06 500 sportsman x2 check engine ligt comes on bike revs to 3300 rpm must turn off key restart bike will not take throttle the longer you run the atv the worst it gets ocasionaly back fires is a real headache Doug You can’t post conmments that contain an email address.

Is there a way to turn off Polaris Ranger?

The polaris dealer told me the negative to turning it on manually is what is you forget to turn it off because i can make it run with the key turned on honestly this is not an issue because common sense when you turn it off is to hit the toggle switch and manually turn it off. Works great and no more high temps.

Can a Polaris Ranger be ridden in water?

NOW YOU CANNOT HAVE THE FAN ON ALL THE TIME IF YOU ARE RIDING IN WATER THAT WILL TOUCH THE FAN BLADES. I do not have any issue with this because I never put my machine in water that deep. Just thought I would pass this along. Only another negative is that your fan motor will probably wear out sooner/faster and then again it may last forever.

What to do when your Polaris Ranger overheats?

The key on and fan running without the motor does not cool it down. The motor has to be running to circulate the coolant to cool it down. I have taken one of the toggle switches on the dash and wired it to the fan and I manually turn the fan on when i start it and let it run the whole time while riding.

Are there any issues with the Polaris Sportsman?

But as with anything mechanical, there have been some issues that have come to the surface, and there was a run of Sportsman 600’s and 700’s from 2002 to mid-2004 that were plagued with electrical problems and failure of the ignition system was a matter of when, not if.

When did Polaris change the ignition on the Sportsman?

The AC powered ignition was the Achilles’ Heel of an otherwise stone reliable ATV. Eventually, in mid-2004, Polaris updated the ignition to a DC powered ignition which pretty much eliminated ignition failures. But that left a huge number of 2002 to early-2004 models that were doomed to fail, often at a very inopportune time.

What is the RM stator Polaris Sportsman upgrade?

The RM Stator Polaris Sportsman upgrade consists of a new CDI and a remote coil, all required wiring, and installation instructions that allow pretty much anyone to get the job done without professional help. This kit uses the heavier windings of the lighting coil to power the ignition.

How do you test a Polaris stator coil?

It’s a actually one wire that runs round and round all the posts, and back to the begining. All you need is some sort of test meter, or digital volt ohm meter. Put it on the continuity setting , and touch a lead to each wire.

How to test a stator on a Polaris Sportsman 500 mod?

Shift the transmission into neutral. Do Not start the engine with the electric starter; as the ammeter will be damaged. Do Not conduct this test for longer than 10-15 seconds, as the. the alternator windings may overheat. 5. Start the engine with the recoil starter and let idle. 6. The specified amperage is listed in Table 1.

Why is there no spark on my stator?

We started with no spark, changed the coil, still had no spark. Changed the CDI module since there was no voltage going to the coil, still no spark. Started troubleshooting the Stator wires and here we are.

What kind of ignition coil does a Polaris Sportsman use?

External Ignition Coil by SP1®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading… Ignition Coil by Bronco ATV®.

Why does my Polaris ATV not have a spark?

Pulled coil wire and inserted a different spark plug Grounded to the engine and when it cranks it barely has any spark at all. I unhooked the blue and white wore from the cdi box to the coil and just one time bumped the male end on the coil with 12 volts and it sparked I assume like it should.

What are the parts of a Polaris spark plug?

It is 300 or 400 dollars. New parts include stator and pulse coil (picked up as a whole unit), voltage regulator, coil, coil wire, coil wire end (where it plugs into the spark plug), new battery. I had to unplug the black wire from the cdi box that goes up to the speedometer to get it to spark.

Is the flywheel on a Polaris spark 3085639 interchangeable?

No – they are not interchangeable – 3085639 has the 3 wire plug and 3086982 has the 2 wire plug – 3086982 is no longer available from Polaris, but I know at least one dealer that has one in stock @ $395, but you can change the stator to the early model stator and use the 3 wire plug – the flywheel is the same for both early and late models.

What to do if your Polaris Sportsman won’t start?

As suggested, pull the spark plug and clean it (is it wet) ( do you have spark), pull air box cover and look for mice nest, then try to see if will run with a shot of ether in the carb. Whitehall Wi. Mine likes to eat spark plugs first thing I would do is change the plug.

How to install ignition kit on Polaris Sportsman?

To install the kit, remove the front racks, remove the front plastic bodywork, and you’re ready to go. The hardest part is re-routing the spark plug wires though the chassis between the coil and the engine.

What causes no sparks when cranking a boar?

MOst likely a stator.. There have been a few similar problems on the boars here, all fixed with a new trigger coil.. Pickup coil. Cranks and cranks then sparks 1 light spart when starter button is released. Did you replace the pickup coil?

When do you crank, sparks when START button released?

Pickup coil. Cranks and cranks then sparks 1 light spart when starter button is released. Did you replace the pickup coil? If not, do so. If yes, did the old one and the new one look exactly the same?

What’s the problem with no spark when cranking?

Try the kill switch, sounds like the problem to me…i was having problems with spark and figured i had fixed them (witch i did) and when i went to test all i was getting was a spark when i let off….yah i didnt have it turned on) my BigBear was doing that exact same thing.

When to pull the stator on a Polaris Pred 90?

If your PRed-90 has some “down time”, I’d pull its stator assembly and give it a good cleaning. Less mud / crud means less heat build up. Thus, making the stator last much longer. Also, don’t forget to install a 10 Guage wire from the “-” battery post to the frame. And another 10 guage wire from the frame to the engine.

What should the corriosion be on a stator?

Check your high voltage cables for corriosion. Good luck. and yellow to ground should be infinity. How close is very close on your resistances? going to be kinda hard to compare voltages as its based on the rpm of the engine and how fast the starter can turn. His is a HO, which has the exact same scenario as 2004 on.

How many ohms should I have on my stator?

Where I should have 97 ohms between the white and white/red (i’ve got 100), I should have 19 between red and black/red ( I have 19.9) and I should have .22 between yellow and yellow/red ( I have .2) All those are definitely within spec ( to me at least), and none of the wires are shorted to ground.

How to know if your engine has no spark?

First Confirm Your Engine Has No Spark. 1 Disable the fuel system by removing the fuel pump fuse or relay. 2 Insert a spark plug tester into the plug boot and ground it on a piece of metal on the engine. 3 Finally, Have someone crank the engine and watch for spark.

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.

What’s the name of the Polaris Sportsman ATV?

My Bayou 220 has survived 3 teenagers and is on its 4th now. Up until recently it has been a virtual tank….until I… 2018 Polaris 570 Sportman lost all power…. Friday evening went riding, rode for a good hour or so everything was fine.

What should I do if my Polaris Sportsman 500 has a problem?

Owners should inspect/clean/replace spark plugs, set correct gap distance, drain and replace fuel and check/tighten all connections, respectively. For other possible problems, such as incorrectly installed spark plug wires, incorrect ignition timing, or leaking exhaust components, consult a Polaris dealer.

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.

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.

Why does my Polaris Sportsman not start up?

A starting issue can have many symptoms. For example, the four-wheeler’s engine turns over but fails to start, or maybe the engine will not crank at all, or maybe the engine fires up but dies shortly after. This video details what you should check if your Polaris Sportsman won’t start.

Why does my Polaris 800 have no power?

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What happens if there is no spark in the ignition coil?

Hence, without this high voltage, there is no spark and, consequently, internal combustion cannot take place within the engine. Simply put, the bottom line is without spark the engine doesn’t run.

What should I do if my Polaris Sportsman 500 backfires?

For three other potential problems (a clogged fuel filter, water/fuel in the crankcase or mechanical failure), Polaris recommends that owners see a Polaris dealer. 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.

What should I stock up on for my Polaris Sportsman?

Stock up on maintenance supplies. Polaris® heavy duty service and replacement parts. Your vehicle is only as strong as the components that build it. Find the best parts for your SPORTSMAN® or ATV. Stock up on spark plugs so you can keep your vehicle running smooth all season long. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.

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.

How many Polaris Sportsman 500 camshafts are there?

Only 1 left in stock – order soon. . Only 2 left in stock – order soon. . . Only 2 left in stock – order soon. . . Only 8 left in stock – order soon. . Only 2 left in stock – order soon.

Which is spark plug and gap for a 2001 sportsman 500?

The Polaris manual says .024 to .028 for gap. The other manual says.036 for gap. I have seen factory manuals have incorrect info before. Best plug for this machine? NGK BKR6EIX. ? the gap on these Iridium plugs is .028″ ? The third manual says BKR5E. WITH A .036 GAP. Would an Iridium plug be better? What number and gap?

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