Need help with my 97 Polaris 425 Magnum

[ds13ema]

I have a 97 Polaris 425 Magnum 4x4. I have no head lights,no dash lights,and the 4x4 isnt workng. Any idea what is wrong? Where are the fuses? Any help would be appreciated.

ds

[rundrave]

did you check your battery? Could be time for a replacement. Try throwing a trickle charger on it and see if you notice a difference.

[Wildhorse800]

Definitely start with the battery. They should be replaced every 3-5 years regardless of how they are working. As batteries die, the alternator/generator needs to work harder to keep up. This is waht kills regulators and in some cases the stators.

[ds13ema]

Put a new battery in and still no lights or 4x4. Where are the fuses and breaker switches?

[Wildhorse800]

your machine is kinda old.
The circuit panel should be under the front hood. There may be other fuses back by the battery/solenoid. Just follow each heavy wire off the battery. Electrical can be a pain. Just start tracing wires. Check all connections for any sign of corrosion(greening).

Even something as easy as a loose ground wire off the battery can do it. Make sure all contact points are solid and clean.

I HATE electrical problems!

You need to invest in a manual. Check out Clymer's website.

Just do a search under Clymer Manuals.

[Wildhorse800]

Should've asked this first, but does the quad run ok?