TROUBLE CHECK CHART
OUTBOARD WILL NOT START
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TROUBLE CHECK CHART
OUTBOARD WILL NOT START
OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE PROCEDURE
Outboard does not
turn over
Battery switch not ON Check battery switch operation
Discharged battery Check battery, recharge or replace
Battery cables and connections
Clean and tighten connections. Check for voltage
drop in starter circuit.
Faulty connection or ground,
damaged electrical harness
Check all grounds, connections and wiring
Fuse (10 A) Check wiring, then replace faulty fuse
Wiring harness Check for 12 V at terminal “B” of key switch
Key switch Check key switch operation
Starter solenoid Check wiring and test solenoid
Starter or bendix/drive gears Check starter, inspect bendix/drive gears
Seized powerhead or gearcase Check and repair as needed
Outboard turns slowly
Discharged battery Check battery, recharge or replace
Battery cables and connections
Clean and tighten connections. Check voltage
drop in starter circuit.
Powerhead hydro-locked Check cylinders for water
Partially seized powerhead or
gearcase
Check and repair as needed
Starter or bendix/drive gears Check starter, inspect bendix/drive gears
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