[tominindiana]

Hi all,

Just found this site and registered. I bought my 1999 new and it has not been abused. Well, under water a few times years ago .
Anyway, her is my question. I have a problem with starting.
Sure does whine but seems like a bendix is not kicking in to engaged the starter. Last fall it only happened when it was cold out and then it would engage. Is there a starter winding on this that could be corroded and where whould I look for it? First problem I have ever had on this ATV. Been a great machine.

Thanks, Tom

 

[saber6]

Check the voltage in the battery first. If its the original it may be time to replace it.Sounds to me that its not spinning the starter fast enough to engage it fully.If the battery is good then look at the starter.

 

[tominindiana]

Thanks Saber,

I already changed out the Battery and it is charged properly.

After I posted the thread I started looking further. There seem to be some bolts missing from the housing that holds the pull start and I assume the electricl starter.

As soon as it warms up a bit I get a closer look. I printed a page on the starter although it does not show a good picture of how it sets in the housing.

I may just take it to the dealer one of these days..

Thanks,

Tom