Solenoid problem for Yamaha 1990 40 ETLD

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Dear all,
Solenoid for my engine probably does not work,I have problem during cold start,one friend gave me advise to pull small item near solenoid valve,which was done and engine start,but fuel is leaking from there.
Please advise is it any safe way for cold start without solenoid valve?

Another question :how solenoid valve is working ?is it mandatory to order new solenoid ?

Thank you in advance

Irakli

[99yam40]

what solenoid are you speaking about?
You may be speaking of the prime start system thermal unit.It can be tested by hooking up 12 volts to it for a few minutes and then remeasuring.
You need to find a service manual for your motor and read up on testing the different systems.
Sounds like you may need to pull and clean the carbs

[alasanii]

Solenoid problem for Yamaha 1990 40 ETLD

Thank you,
The problem for solenoid itself.I have not manual.
If you experienced cold start without solenoid (prime solenoid) please share or advise

Irakli

[alasanii]

Solenoid problem for Yamaha 1990 40 ETLD

Dear all,
Please help with solenoid problem.
I have problem with cold start.Is it possible during cold start to use some other device ? Some owners not using choke solenoid at all.
Please advise how to achieve normal cold start when solenoid is out of order

Thank you in advance