17. STARTING SYSTEM
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SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
x The removal of starter motor can be accomplished with the engine installed in the frame.
x When connecting the starting system wires, connect them securely to avoid hard starting due to
poor connection.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Starter motor won’t turn Lack of power
x Fuse burned out x Weak battery
x Weak battery x Loose wire or connection
x Faulty ignition switch x Foreign matter stuck in starter motor or gear
x Faulty starter switch
x Faulty starter relay Starter motor rotates but engine does
x Poorly connected, broken or shorted wire
not start
x Faulty starter motor x Faulty starter clutch
x Faulty clutch switch x Reverse rotation of starter motor
x Faulty side stand switch x Weak battery
x Side stand is at “down” position
x Engine stop switch is at “stop” position