Honda ARX1200T3 2004 Owner's Manual page 188

If Your Engine Quits or Won't Start
SYMPTOM: Starter motor doesn't operate.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
blown fuse
battery lead loose
dead battery
faulty starter motor
lock clip not inserted
ID lock system not
deactivated
SYMPTOM: Starter motor works, but the engine won't start.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
out of fuel
flooded engine
loose or unconnected ignition coil
connectors and ignition coils
loose battery cables
weak battery
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
Replace with a new fuse of the same rating (page 184) .
Tighten the battery lead.
Charge the battery (page 160) . If charging doesn't help, see
your Honda PWC dealer.
If all possible causes are negative, the starter motor may be
faulty. See your Honda PWC dealer.
Insert the lock clip in the engine stop button/switch.
Enter the ID number. If you forget the ID number, see your
Honda PWC dealer.
Fill the fuel tank
See Flooded Engine (page 75) .
Install the ignition coil connectors and ignition coils securely. If
the engine still won't start, see your Honda PWC dealer.
Tighten the battery terminal bolts.
Charge the battery (page 160) . If charging doesn't help, see
your Honda PWC dealer.
WHAT TO DO
WHAT TO DO