2008 Yamaha Motorsports RS Venture Owners Manual - Page 76
2008 Yamaha Motorsports RS Venture Manual
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Troubleshooting NOTE: Make sure that both the red (+) connecting lead and the black (-) connecting lead are seated securely in the lead holders. Electric starter does not operate or operates slowly G G G G G 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Start the engine. Disconnect the black (-) jumper cable from the black (-) connecting lead, and then pull the cover completely over the lead terminal. Disconnect the black (-) jumper cable from the negative (-) terminal of the battery used to jump start the engine. Disconnect the red (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the battery used to jump start the engine. Disconnect the red (+) jumper cable from the red (+) connecting lead, and then pull the cover completely over the lead terminal. Install the red (+) connecting lead into the lead holder. Close the shroud. Engine stop switch is pushed in: Pull it out. Faulty wire connections: Check connections or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Discharged battery: Charge battery or see "Starting the engine with a discharged battery" above. Seized engine: Seizure is caused by poor lubrication, inadequate fuel, or an air leak. Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. "Hydrostatic lock" occurs when fuel has filled the cylinders when the vehicle has been transported: Remove the spark plugs and turn the engine over several times with the ignition off to expel excess fuel. Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Low coolant temperature indicator light is flashing: Warm the engine up. Faulty spark plugs: Clean or replace the spark plugs. Incorrect carburetor jetting for altitude or temperature: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Improper fuel flow: See "Engine turns over but does not start-Fuel system" above. Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude or conditions: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Engine power is low G G G G G Engine constantly backfires or misfires G G Faulty spark plugs: Replace the spark plugs. Clogged fuel system: See "Engine turns over but does not start-Fuel system" above. 70