BRP E-TEC EVINRUDE - Excessive Smoking; Outboard Starts, Low Maximum RPM

T-362
Trouble Check Chart
Outboard Starts, Low Maximum RPM
Outboard Starts, Low Maximum RPM
Excessive Smoking
OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE PROCEDURE
SystemCheck light Outboard is in S.A.F.E. Check Service Codes and SystemCheck warning
Setup or rigging
change
Incorrect propeller Refer to specifications, check recommended
WOT RPM; water test and install correct pitch pro-
peller
Incorrect outboard mounting
height
Refer to installation guidelines
Performance of out-
board at lower
speeds appears nor-
mal
Incorrect, fouled, or worn spark
plugs
Replace spark plugs
Contaminated or poor quality
fuel
Check or replace fuel supply
Fuel supply restricted Check primer bulb, anti-siphon valve, and fuel
pick-up, check for fuel system air leaks
Low alternator output (55 V) Check voltage on 55 V circuits, refer to System
Analysis and Electrical and Ignition
Weak or erratic ignition opera-
tion
Check ignition, refer to System Analysis and
Electrical and Ignition
Fuel injector electrical circuit or
control function
Check voltage at injectors, refer to System Anal-
ysis
Restricted or leaking fuel injec-
tors
Check injectors, refer to Fuel System
Low fuel pressure Check circulation pump operation, refer to Fuel
System
EMM programming, timing, or
operation
Check EMM program and timing; check injector
coefficients; and monitor injector circuits and igni-
tion primary outputs
Restricted engine exhaust Check and repair as needed
OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE PROCEDURE
May coincide with
increased oil con-
sumption
(normal if occurs after
winterization)
Contaminated or poor fuel
quality
Check or replace fuel supply
Excessive fuel or oil consump-
tion
Check fuel system for fuel supply air leaks or
leaking fuel injectors
Outboard in break-in mode Use diagnostics program to check
Outboard mounted too low Check installation height of outboard
Vapor separator vent Check vapor separator assembly for proper vent-
ing/float valve operation
Faulty/leaking fuel injector(s) Check injectors, refer to Fuel System
Damaged fuel lift pump Check for internal leaks