Honda TRX450ER Owner's Manual page 192

If Your Engine Quits or Won't Start
SYMPTOM: Starter motor doesn't operate.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
ignition switch OFF
transmission not in
neutral
blown fuse
battery lead loose
low (or dead) battery
faulty starter motor
SYMPTOM: Starter motor works, but the engine won't
start.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
engine stop switch
OFF
out of fuel
flooded engine
loose or
unconnected spark
plug cap
not enough throttle
freeplay
loose battery cables
weak battery
Turn the ignition switch ON.
Shift into neutral.
Replace with a new fuse of the
same rating (page
Tighten the battery lead.
Charge the battery (page
If charging doesn't help, see your
Honda dealer.
If all possible causes are negative,
the starter motor may be faulty. See
your Honda dealer.
(TRX450ER only)
Turn the engine stop switch to RUN.
Fill the fuel tank.
See F looded Engine
Install the spark plug cap securely. If
the engine still won't start, see your
Honda dealer.
Check the throttle freeplay
(page 114
Tighten the battery terminal bolts.
Charge the battery (page
charging doesn't help, see your
Honda dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected
(TRX450ER only)
WHAT TO DO
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