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2. Connect the black tester lead to the black wire; then
connect the red tester lead to the green/yellow wire.
3. The meter must show battery voltage.
NOTE: If the meter does not show voltage, inspect
bulb, fuses, wiring harness, connectors, and switches.
BACK-UP LIGHTS
The connectors are located on the rear frame supports
attached by a metal tab. They may be released from the
frame by depressing the release with a small screwdriver.
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Voltage
1. Release the wire connectors from the frame; then
disconnect the connectors.
NOTE: Perform this test on the main harness side of
the connectors.
2. Connect the black tester lead to the brown/lavender wire;
then connect the red tester lead to the lavender/red wire.
3. Set the tester to DC VOLTS; then turn the ignition
switch to the ON position and move the shift lever to
the R (reverse) position. The meter must show bat-
tery voltage.
NOTE: If the meter does not show battery voltage,
use the following procedure to troubleshoot.
4. Remove the black tester lead from the brown/laven-
der wire and connect to a suitable ground.
A. If the meter shows battery voltage, troubleshoot
the gear shift position switch connector or the
gear shift position switch.
B. If the meter does not show battery voltage, inspect
the LIGHTS fuse, ignition switch, or the main
wiring harness.
Ignition Timing
The ignition timing cannot be adjusted; however, verifying
ignition timing can aid in troubleshooting other compo-
nents. To verify engine timing, see Periodic Maintenance.
Troubleshooting
Problem: Spark absent or weak
Condition
Remedy
1.
Ignition coil
defective
2.
Spark plug
defective
3.
Magneto
defective
4.
CDI unit
defective
5.
Pick-up coil
defective
1. Replace ignition coil
2. Replace plug
3. Replace magneto
4. Replace CDI unit
5. Replace pick-up coil
Problem: Spark plug fouled with carbon
Condition
Remedy
1.
Mixture
too rich
2.
Idling RPM
too high
3.
Gasoline
incorrect
4.
Air cleaner element
dirty
5.
Spark plug
incorrect (too cold)
6.
Valve seals
cracked - missing
7.
Oil rings
worn - broken
1. Adjust carburetor
2. Adjust carburetor
3. Change to correct gasoline
4. Clean element
5. Replace plug
6. Replace seals
7. Replace rings
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