Flooded Engine; How To Stop The Engine - Honda TRX300EX Owner's Manual

Starting & Stopping the Engine

Flooded Engine

If the engine fails to start after repeated attempts, it may be flooded with
excess fuel. To clear a flooded engine:
1. Leave the engine stop switch set to RUN (
2. Move the choke lever to the fully OFF position.
3. Open the throttle fully.
4. Press the start button for 5 seconds.
5. If the engine starts, quickly close the throttle, then, if idling is
unstable, open it slightly.
If the engine does not start, wait 10 seconds, then follow the
Temperature
If the engine still won't start, refer to
Start, page 166

How to Stop the Engine

Normal Engine Stop
To stop the engine, make sure the transmission is in neutral by checking
that the neutral indicator lights, and turn the ignition switch OFF (
The engine stop switch should normally remain in the RUN (
position even when the engine is OFF.
If your ATV is stopped with the engine stop switch OFF (
ignition switch ON (
Emergency Engine Stop
To stop the engine in an emergency, use the engine stop switch. To
operate, move the switch to either OFF (
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