2008 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1300 Owners Manual - Page 76
2008 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1300 Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU42500 Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performance EWA10840 WARNING Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system. 1. Fuel There is enough fuel. Check the fuel level in the fuel tank. There is no fuel. Supply fuel. Check the compression. The engine does not start. Check the compression. 2. Compression There is compression. Check the ignition. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 6 Operate the electric starter. There is no compression. 3. Ignition Wet Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. Dry Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs. Operate the electric starter. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. The engine does not start. Check the battery. 4. Battery Operate the electric starter. The engine turns over quickly. The engine turns over slowly. The battery is good. Check the battery lead connections, and charge the battery if necessary. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 6-37