2009 Kawasaki KX85 Owners Manual - Page 104

102 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE NOTE żThis troubleshooting guide is not exhaustive and starting technique (when the engine is • Wrong flooded, kick with the throttle fully open to allow more air to reach the engine.) Spark missing or weak Spark plug dirty, broken, or gap improperly adjusted Spark plug cap or high-tension wiring defective Spark plug cap not contacting properly Spark plug type incorrect Igniter defective Ignition coil defective Ignition coil resistor defective/disconnected Stator damaged Wiring shorted or interrupted j does not give every possible cause for each problem listed. It is meant simply as a quick guide to assist you in troubleshooting for some of the more common difficulties. Starting failure or difficulties Engine does not turn over Cylinder or piston seized Crankshaft seized Connecting rod small end seized Connecting rod big end seized Transmission gear or bearing seized Kick shaft return spring broken Kick ratchet gear not engaging Fuel does not flow fuel in tank • No Fuel turned off • Tank tap cap air vent obstructed • Fuel tap clogged • Fuel line clogged • Float valve clogged • Engine flooded level too high • Fuel Float • valve worn or stuck open Fuel-air mixture incorrect adjusting screw improperly adjusted • Idling jet or air passage clogged • Slow cleaner element clogged, poorly sealed, or not • Air installed • Starter jet clogged Compression low plug loose • Spark Cylinder insufficiently tightened • Cylinder head nut loose • Cylinder or piston worn • Piston ring worn, weak, broken, or sticking • Piston ring side clearance excessive • Cylinder head gasket damaged •