See above edit:
TRX 300fw Starter issue
So I am working on my project ATV and now i am to the point where I am reinstalling the battery and body pieces.
Before this part the ATV sat in a shed for about 3 years, up until like a week ago.
My issue is as follows:
As soon as I add ANY power to the atv terminals (battery connections, positive to the top of starter, negative to engine casing under carb) the ATV instantly tries to auto-start using the electric starter. I thought the button may be corroded so i uninstalled and cleaned it, but no luck, So then I COMPLETELY unplugged the starter button and the ATV still automatically starts turning over.
All other lights and switches work as normal, but as soon as I give power via a battery or charger, it attempts to start.
Any ides?
ps: I did NOTHING to the electrical system, it is all stock.
Thnks.
Edit: Upon working on it today, i think that there is the possibility the electrical system was worked on incorrectly from the PO i got this from.
I added some pictures (sorry i have no flood work lights, i work in a shed with no electrisity using head lamps) of the electical system in the rear, and terminals on the starter and engine ground.
What do you guys think? I cant read a wireing diagram so i have no clue if it is still wired up "stock", but there were alot of wires that had odd spots burt and taped over, and strange connectors that do not look professionally done
Before this part the ATV sat in a shed for about 3 years, up until like a week ago.
My issue is as follows:
As soon as I add ANY power to the atv terminals (battery connections, positive to the top of starter, negative to engine casing under carb) the ATV instantly tries to auto-start using the electric starter. I thought the button may be corroded so i uninstalled and cleaned it, but no luck, So then I COMPLETELY unplugged the starter button and the ATV still automatically starts turning over.
All other lights and switches work as normal, but as soon as I give power via a battery or charger, it attempts to start.
Any ides?
ps: I did NOTHING to the electrical system, it is all stock.
Thnks.
Edit: Upon working on it today, i think that there is the possibility the electrical system was worked on incorrectly from the PO i got this from.
I added some pictures (sorry i have no flood work lights, i work in a shed with no electrisity using head lamps) of the electical system in the rear, and terminals on the starter and engine ground.
What do you guys think? I cant read a wireing diagram so i have no clue if it is still wired up "stock", but there were alot of wires that had odd spots burt and taped over, and strange connectors that do not look professionally done
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Update, So i send those pics and the wiring diagram to a buddy of mine who works on bikes and he said that the solenoid is being jumped and not included in the circuitry. I need to un-do the PO wiring and correct it.
I will update when/if it works.
I will update when/if it works.
Update:
Rewired the solenoid back into the circuit based on my friends recommendation and help and the starter button works as it should now. All other electronics seem to work as is (lights, high/low, kill, etc).
I do have a request though, can someone take a picture of where the 1994 trx300fw solenoid goes? I cant remember were it "snaps on" to the frame, and the wire i have on it (which is going form + on battery to the solenoid) is only like 3-4 inches long. Need to know if this wire from the PO is not normal and need to get a replacement to run from the solenoid to battery, or if the solenoid is just mounted REALLY close to the battery.
Rewired the solenoid back into the circuit based on my friends recommendation and help and the starter button works as it should now. All other electronics seem to work as is (lights, high/low, kill, etc).
I do have a request though, can someone take a picture of where the 1994 trx300fw solenoid goes? I cant remember were it "snaps on" to the frame, and the wire i have on it (which is going form + on battery to the solenoid) is only like 3-4 inches long. Need to know if this wire from the PO is not normal and need to get a replacement to run from the solenoid to battery, or if the solenoid is just mounted REALLY close to the battery.
alright thanks!It goes in the battery box beside the battery. Thats why the wire going to the positive is so short.Update:
Rewired the solenoid back into the circuit based on my friends recommendation and help and the starter button works as it should now. All other electronics seem to work as is (lights, high/low, kill, etc).
I do have a request though, can someone take a picture of where the 1994 trx300fw solenoid goes? I cant remember were it "snaps on" to the frame, and the wire i have on it (which is going form + on battery to the solenoid) is only like 3-4 inches long. Need to know if this wire from the PO is not normal and need to get a replacement to run from the solenoid to battery, or if the solenoid is just mounted REALLY close to the battery.
I saw on the wiring diagram it goes near the rear, but since i do not have the plastics on (and haven't worked on this project in 3 years) i forgot where it mounts.
One more question, On the harness for the tail tight, i have a pink wire. I THINK i found it on the wiring diagram as " P (option)" near top right.
What does that go to (if its not optional) and/or what is it for (if it is optional)?
Thanks!
Ah, nice. Ok thanks for the clarification!
I can't seem to locate it in the manual, but out of curiosity what is the max amp/watt draw for that accessory?
Obviously you cant use it to power a chain saw or something, but maybe it can power a low Amp output battery charger to help charge a battery I may tower in my trailer (that I am using with an inverter to have a portable electric chainsaw on my atv)
Just curious.
I can't seem to locate it in the manual, but out of curiosity what is the max amp/watt draw for that accessory?
Obviously you cant use it to power a chain saw or something, but maybe it can power a low Amp output battery charger to help charge a battery I may tower in my trailer (that I am using with an inverter to have a portable electric chainsaw on my atv)
Just curious.
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