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194 Taking Care of the Unexpected
If Your Engine Quits or Won’t Start
SYMPTOM: Starter motor works, but the engine won’t start.
POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
out of fuel Fill the fuel tank.
flooded engine See Flooded Engine (page 56).
loose or unconnected spark
plug caps
Install the spark plug caps securely. If the
engine still won’t start, see your dealer.
loose battery cables Tighten the battery terminal bolts.
weak battery Charge the battery (page 178). If charging
doesn’t help, see your dealer.
SYMPTOM: Engine starts, but stalls as you shift into gear.
POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
side stand down Raise the side stand. Start again.
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