Kawasaki FD590V Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Kawasaki FD590V |
| Engine Type: 4-cycle V-Twin cylinder vertical shaft liquid-cooled gasoline |
| Total Displacement: 35.7 cu.in (585 cc) |
| Rated Engine Power: 18 Hp (13.4 kW) at 3600 rpm |
| Carburetor Type: Horizontal draft with fixed main jet |
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| Engine won't start or difficult to start |
Gas tank is empty - Add gasoline.
Improper fuel grade - Use quality gasoline.
Dirty fuel system - Check and clean.
Spark plug wire is disconnected or loose - Inspect the spark plug wire connection, replace or repair.
Spark plug is faulty - Spark plug need to be replaced.
Fuel filter is plugged - Change fuel filter.
Faulty safety switch - Change damaged switch.
Carburetor is clogged - Clean the carburetor.
Bad compression - Check and change damaged parts.
Worn or improperly adjusted choke cable - Change cable or adjust properly.
Cooling fins are plugged - Need to wash or clean.
Ignition system problems - Check ignition system and replace faulty parts.
Choke cable is defective or stuck - Clean or change the cable.
Clogged air filter - Change or clean air filter.
Fuel pump is clogged or faulty - Check fuel pump and replace if necessary.
| Engine starts and stalls immediately |
Damaged spark plug - Install new spark plug.
Carburetor is faulty or dirty - Clean or replace carburetor.
Damaged ignition coil - Ignition coil should be replaced.
Worn or loose valve springs - Install new valve springs.
Valves are stuck - Service the valves.
Engine oil level low - Need to add engine oil.
Engine overload - Load reducing is recommended.
Cooling fins are plugged - Need to wash or clean.
Carburetor mixture is too lean - Use proper settings.
Incorrect ignition timing - Set the ignition timing correctly.
Valve setting is improper - Adjust valves correctly.
Stale or low octane fuel - Use correct fuel.
Engine overloaded - Load reducing is recommended.
Engine oil level low - Need to add engine oil.
Low idle speed set incorrectly - Adjust the low idle speed.
Clogged or damaged fuel pump - Service or replace fuel pump.
Main bearings or crankshaft failure - Change defective components as required.
Valve clearance is wrong - Need to adjust valve clearance.
Damaged piston rings or cylinder bore - Change faulty parts.
Dirty or improperly adjusted carburetor - Adjust carburetor properly or service it.
Air filter is dirty - Change or service air filter.
Fuel pump is dirty or defective - Check fuel pump and replace if necessary.
Ignition system failure - Inspect ignition system and change failed components.
Damaged cylinder-head gasket - Install new cylinder head gasket.
Burned or stuck valves - Clean or change valves.
Push rod is damaged or worn - Change push rod.
Damaged cylinder block parts - Defective parts need to be replaced.
Clogged oil filter (if equipped) - Change or clean oil filter.
| Engine using too much gasoline |
Throttle not fully open - Check throttle cable and adjust as required.
Improper adjustment of carburetor main jet - Adjust it properly.
Spark plug is loose or faulty - Spark plug need to be replaced or tightened.
Burned, worn, or stuck valves - Clean or change valves.
Sleeve, piston, or rings are damaged - Replace faulty components as required.
Valve clearance is improper - Need to adjust valve clearance.
Worn seals or gaskets - Replace to repair leaks.
Valve guides and stems are worn - Valves need to be changed.
Seized or wear piston rings - Change piston rings.
Damaged cylinder liner or piston - Inspect liner and piston, replace as necessary.
Breather pipe or hose is blocked - Service or change.
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