Honda TRX500FE1 Owner's Manual page 223

If Your Engine Quits or Won't
SYMPTOM: Starter motor doesn't operate.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
ignition switch OFF
engine stop 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
out of fuel
flooded engine
loose or
unconnected spark
plug cap
loose battery
cables
weak battery
WHAT TO DO
Turn the ignition switch ON.
Slide the engine stop switch to
RUN.
Shift into neutral or squeeze the
front brake lever.
Replace with a new fuse of the
same rating (page 223).
Tighten the battery lead.
Charge the battery (page 194).
If charging doesn't help, see your
dealer.
If all possible causes are negative,
the starter motor may be faulty.
See your dealer.
WHAT TO DO
Fill the fuel tank.
See Flooded Engine (page 82).
Install the spark plug cap securely.
If the engine still won't start, see
your dealer.
Tighten the battery terminal bolts.
Charge the battery (page 194). If
charging doesn't help, see your
dealer.
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