How To Clean a Carburetor on an ATV
It is very important to keep the parts of your ATV's engine clean and in top condition for it to operate smoothly. If it has been sitting idle for an extended period of time it is highly recommended that you do some routine maintenance on the ATV before taking it out for a spin, which should include cleaning out the carburetor.
How to Clean a Carburetor on an ATV
- Remove the carburetor from the ATV by using a wrench or ratchet to remove the nuts and bolts that are holding it in place.
- Use a ratchet to remove the bottom part of the carburetor.
- Spray some starter fluid or WD-40 into all the holes in the carburetor. These can be purchased at any automotive parts store.
- Use an air hose to blow the fluid out of the holes. Make sure no one is standing in the path you are blowing.
- Reattach the bottom back on the carburetor using the ratchet.
- Reinstall the carburetor on the ATV and secure the nuts and bolts.
- Pull the choke on the ATV to see if it will start.