Troubleshooting - Victory 2012 Ness Signature Series Rider's Manual

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

For your personal safety, do not attempt inspection or repairs not fully described in this
rider's manual. Contact an authorized VICTORY dealer for service if you cannot determine
the cause of a problem or if the inspection / repair exceeds your mechanical ability or tool
resources. Do not perform any inspection or repair with the engine running.
Engine Cranks But Will Not Start
Possible Cause
Low Fuel
Fuel pump inoperative
Battery Discharged
Spark Plug(s) Fouled
Spark Plug Wire(s) Disconnected or Loose
Starter Motor Does Not Turn or Turns Slowly
Possible Cause
Engine Stop / Run Switch in Stop Position
Battery Discharged
Battery Cables Loose or Corroded
Transmission In Gear
Engine Starts But Misses or Runs Poorly
Tip: Turn engine OFF before inspecting any of these items.
Possible Cause
Battery Discharged
Battery Cables Loose or Corroded
Spark Plug(s) Fouled
Spark Plug Wire(s) Loose or Wet
Contaminated Fuel
Engine Oil Level Incorrect Or Wrong Type
Loose, Broken, Shorted Ignition Coil Wires
Air Intake Restricted
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Possible Remedy/Action
Verify fuel level
Turn engine STOP switch to RUN. Turn key ON.
The fuel pump should run momentarily and then
stop. If you do not hear the fuel pump run, check
the fuel pump / ignition circuit breaker. See page
89. A momentary clicking sound from the IAC
valve is normal when the key is first turned to the
OFF position.
Fully charge the battery. See page 81.
Inspect spark plugs. See page 78.
Be sure spark plug wires are securely fastened.
Possible Remedy/Action
Place switch in RUN position.
Fully charge the battery. See page 81.
Inspect battery cables.
Shift transmission into neutral or pull the clutch
lever in to disengage the clutch. See starting pro-
cedures on page 49.
Possible Remedy/Action
Fully charge the battery. See page 81.
Inspect battery cables and connections.
Inspect spark plugs. See page 78.
Inspect spark plug wires, ensure dry/secure.
Inspect fuel for water / contamination. See dealer.
Inspect level and quality of oil. See page 40.
Inspect coil primary wires. See dealer.
Inspect air filter. See page 61.