Trouble shooting guide
FAULT
Engine
The engine does not work.
The engine stops and does not restart.
The engine does not start.
CAUSE
Discharged battery.
Deffective battery.
The oil level is too low. The engine oil
alert system cuts the ignition.
No fuel in tank.
Fuel valve close.
Choke open.
Bad fuel; wrong fuel; contaminated
fuel.
Spark plug wet with fuel (fl ooded
engine).
Spark plug faulty, fouled or improperly
gapped.
Carburetor, ignition, valves, etc.
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REMEDY
Charge battery. Check engine charging
system.
Replace battery.
Add oil in the engine crankcase.
Adjust oil level.
Check fuel level.
Open fuel valve.
Close choke to start.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor.
Refuel with fresh gasoline.
Dry and reinstall spark plug. Start
engine with throttle lever in maximum
speed position.
Adjust or replace spark plug.
Take engine to an authorized Honda
service center.