start up problems
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2002SilverSurfer
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Are you saying the pump runs for 2 seconds and dies or the bike itself fires up, runs for 2 seconds and dies?
I agree with Bud....and here is the link to the thread that outlines the entire process, assuming you have fuel injection.
Engine Dies And Runs In Spurts - Harley Davidson Community
Later,
2002SilverSurfer
I agree with Bud....and here is the link to the thread that outlines the entire process, assuming you have fuel injection.
Engine Dies And Runs In Spurts - Harley Davidson Community
Later,
2002SilverSurfer
It definitely sounds like it could be the pin-hole problem in the plastic fuel tubing inside the tank like discussed in the link that SilverSurfer posted. Check that out.
And now for something completely different! What were the last few things you did to the bike BEFORE this problem developed? Any mods, maintenance, cleaning, just bought a tank of gas, etc.? Just for grins, reach up under the tank and make sure that the injector wires are firmly seated in their connectors.
If you pull the fuel pump et al out of the tank to check the hoses, get your eyeball and a flashlight in the tank and see if there is any water at the bottom. You'll see it easily if it is there.
TQ
Chopper
Senior Member
Tech Tips #56
July 22, 2002
No Start Condition
We have had reports of a no start condition on several motorcycles with Delphi fuel injection. The problem occurs one time and does not return, so is difficult to diagnose. When the condition occurs, a P1010 code - missing password, is normally set. There have been a few reports of a P1009 code - incorrect password also. We are still investigating the cause but it appears the turn signal module did not get a complete message from the ecm at ignition ON so the engine starts and stalls or cranks but will not start. If you receive a call from a customer with this condition, or have one in your service department, try removing the ecm and security fuses, wait a few seconds and reinstall the fuses. We have found this "reboots" the turn signal module and the motorcycle will then start from that point on. The historic codes will remain for 50 starts or until cleared.
Might be worth a check?
If the ful pump keeps running when you turn the ign. on, or shuts off then comes back on in a shot peroid of time would make me think the system has a pin hole leak. A dealer could run a fuel pressure test for a min. shop charge.
July 22, 2002
No Start Condition
We have had reports of a no start condition on several motorcycles with Delphi fuel injection. The problem occurs one time and does not return, so is difficult to diagnose. When the condition occurs, a P1010 code - missing password, is normally set. There have been a few reports of a P1009 code - incorrect password also. We are still investigating the cause but it appears the turn signal module did not get a complete message from the ecm at ignition ON so the engine starts and stalls or cranks but will not start. If you receive a call from a customer with this condition, or have one in your service department, try removing the ecm and security fuses, wait a few seconds and reinstall the fuses. We have found this "reboots" the turn signal module and the motorcycle will then start from that point on. The historic codes will remain for 50 starts or until cleared.
Might be worth a check?
If the ful pump keeps running when you turn the ign. on, or shuts off then comes back on in a shot peroid of time would make me think the system has a pin hole leak. A dealer could run a fuel pressure test for a min. shop charge.
I have an update--I switched 2 fuses -1-fuel pump, and -2-ECM fuses, with each other and the Bike runs. Both fuses looked good so I replaced them anyway. the "check engine light" comes on and stays on for about 5 seconds and goes out--the bike doesn't seem to stumble or stall. Could there be any deeper problem ?
Who's Tech Tip is it...if HD's why is it not available somewhere (like online...now that would be a stretch).:s