Mercury 200 VERADO User Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING
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Starter Motor Will Not Crank the Engine
POSSIBLE CAUSES
• Lanyard stop switch not in "RUN" position.
• Blown 5 Amp fuse. Check DTS power harness circuit fuse.
Refer to Maintenance section.
• Outboard is not shifted to neutral position.
• Shift actuator failure. "Gear Shift Diff" error message shown
on System View. Refer to Maintenance section.
• Weak battery or battery connections are loose or corroded.
• Ignition key switch failure.
• Wiring or electrical connection faulty.
• Starter motor solenoid or slave solenoid failure.
Engine Will Not Start
POSSIBLE CAUSES
• Incorrect starting procedure. Refer to Operation section.
• Old or contaminated gasoline.
• Fuel is not reaching the engine.
• Fuel tank is empty.
• Fuel tank vent not open or restricted.
• Fuel line is disconnected or kinked.
• Fuel filter is obstructed. Refer to Maintenance section.
• Fuel pump failure.
• Fuel tank filter obstructed.
• Ignition system component failure.
• Spark plugs fouled or defective. Refer to Maintenance
section.
Engine Starts But Will Not Shift Into Gear
• Shift actuator failure. "Gear Shift Diff" error message shown
on System View. Refer to Maintenance section.

Mercury 200 VERADO Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-Stroke
Gear Ratio	1.85:1
Full Throttle RPM Range	5800-6400 RPM
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Exhaust	Through Prop
Horsepower	200 HP
Fuel Induction System	Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Shaft Length	20", 25"
Starting	Electric
Fuel Type	87 Octane
Cylinder Configuration	Inline-6
Cooling System	Water-cooled with thermostat