Honda TRX500FM, Owner'S Manual

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SYMPTOM:
POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
high coolant
temperature Check the high coolant temperature
indicator. Refer to
page .
runs erratically,
misfires See your dealer.
blubbers (rich fuel
mixture) See your dealer.
sooty exhaust (rich
fuel mixture) See your dealer.
detonates or pings
under load If applicable, switch to the
recommended octane petrol
(page
) or change your brand of
petrol. If the problem persists, see
your dealer.
afterfires (backfires) See your dealer.
pre-ignition (runs on
after ignition
switched OFF) See your dealer.
SYMPTOM:
WHAT TO DO POSSIBLE CAUSE
poor or inadequate
fuel flow due to
clogged fuel filter See your dealer.
(ensure clean fuel supply)
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Engine starts, but runs poorly.
Engine starts, but runs poorly or dies when hot.
If the High
Coolant T emper atur e Indicator
Lights,
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If Your Engine Quits or Won’t Start
Taking Care of the Unexpected
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