Ignition Timing; Accessory Connector - Tracker Off-Road 500S Service Manual

RESISTANCE
CAUTION
Always disconnect the battery when performing resis-
tance tests to avoid damaging the multimeter.
NOTE: For these tests, the meter selector should be
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set to the OHMS position.
Primary Winding
1. Connect the red tester lead to one terminal; then con-
nect the black tester lead to the other terminal.
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2. The meter reading must be less than 1 ohm.
SECONDARY WINDING
1. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug wire.
Disconnect the primary connector from the ignition
coil.
2. With the meter set to OHMS, connect the red meter
lead to the spark plug wire and the black meter lead
to either primary side terminal of the ignition coil.
The meter should read approximately 25 mega ohms.
Spark Plug Cap
1. Connect the red tester lead to one end of the cap;
then connect the black tester lead to the other end of
the cap.
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2. The meter must show 4000-6000 ohms.
NOTE: If the meter does not show as specified,
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replace the spark plug cap.

Ignition Timing

The ignition timing cannot be adjusted; however, verify-
ing ignition timing can aid in troubleshooting other com-
ponents. To verify ignition timing, use the following
procedure:
 NOTE: To check ignition timing, the seat, seat back,
and seat base must be removed.
1. Attach the Timing Light to the spark plug high ten-
sion lead; then remove the timing inspection plug
from the right-side crankcase cover.
2. Start the engine and using the RPM function on the
speedometer/tachometer, run at 1425 RPM; ignition
timing should be 12° BTDC.
3. Install the timing inspection plug.
If ignition timing cannot be verified, the rotor may be
damaged, the key may be sheared, the trigger coil bracket
may be bent or damaged, or the ECM may be faulty.

Accessory Connector

 NOTE: This test procedure is for either switched
accessory connector. One is found under the seat and
the other can be accessed by removing the front right
splash panel.
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VOLTAGE
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position; then set
the meter selector to the DC Voltage position.
2. Connect the red tester lead to the orange/black wire;
then connect the black tester lead to ground.
3. With the key in the ON position, the meter must
show battery voltage.
NOTE: The dash mounted receptacle and right-rear

mounted accessory connector are continuously sup-
plied with 12 VDC.
NOTE: If the meter shows no battery voltage, trou-
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bleshoot the battery, fuses, receptacle, connector, or
the main wiring harness.
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