How can I test my solenoid with the winch off?

How can I test my solenoid with the winch off?

Test the two small studs on the control side of the solenoid that is opposite of the winch side with the winch off. If the voltmeter reads 12 volts, then the solenoid is not working properly. Conduct another voltmeter test on the large studs with the winch turned on.

What should the polarity be on an ATV winch?

Use some tape or alligator clips to connect the multimeter directly to the winch. One to the grounding and the other to the blue or yellow cable. Polarity does not really matter in this test. Turn the key on and push the remote switch. The reading should be close to or above 12V.

How can I tell if my solenoid is working?

Touch a voltmeter to the large studs on the solenoid with the winch turned off. The two large studs are on the winch side of the solenoid. The voltmeter will read 12 volts if the solenoid is working. Test the two small studs on the control side of the solenoid that is opposite of the winch side with the winch off.

How can I tell if my winch is working or not?

To do this, you simply need to perform this quick test: This test will bypass all of the wiring and other electronics and will tell you if the winch motor is working or not. Test the winch motor using starter cables. Disconnect all winch cables from the bike.

Is the winch on a Polaris solenoid good?

If it goes both ways then the winch is good. It may spark a bit but that is okay. If the winch is good then take the wires from the contactor off and wire brush them and make sure they are clean and tight. Dirty and rusted connections are the most common issue.

Why does my Polaris winch keep going out?

I have the 2500 lb polaris winch on my 500 HO. My winch will go out, but not in. I read on another forum it could be the contactor or the Solenoid. One guy said if he tapped the contactor, his would work for a bit, but stop again.

How can I test my Polaris winch switch?

You know it is easy to test the switch – just disconnect the switch at the white connector probably somewhere up by the winch and jumper the winch side of the white connector with a piece of wire. If the winch works in both directions then you know the switch is faulty and vise versa. But that tapping of the solenoid sounds awfully suspicious.

What should I do if my Polaris ATV wont start?

So far I’ve replaced the key switch ,solenoid ,battery ,spark plug and main engine wiring harness. It will start with the key on and jumping the solenoid and will also pull start. If I just turn the key on nothing happens except the lights will work and the dash lights will work.The kill switch works.