COMMON TROUBLES AND SOLUTIONS
Trouble type Possible reason Recovery action
Starter components are faulty Repair or replace Starter will not
operate
Shift level is not in neutral Shift to neutral
Fuel tank is empty
Fuel is contaminated or stale
Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel
Fuel filter clogged Replace fuel filter
Fuel pump has malfunctioned Repair or replace
Air vent screw not loosened Loosen air vent screw
Spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect type.
Inspect spark plug(s). Clean or replace
with recommended type
Spark plug cap(s) fitted incorrectly Check and re-fit cap(s)
Ignition wiring damaged or poorly
connected
Check wires for wear or breaks. Tighten all
loose connections. Replace worn or broken
wires
Ignition parts are faulty Replace
Engine stop switch lanyard is not
attached
Attach lanyard
Engine will not
start (starter
operates)
Engine inner parts are damaged Repair
Spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect type.
Inspect spark plug(s). Clean or replace
with recommended type
Fuel system is obstructed
Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or other
obstructions in fuel system
Fuel is contaminated or stale Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel
Fuel filter clogged Replace with recommended type
Spark plug gap is incorrect Inspect and adjust as specified
Ignition wiring damaged or poorly
connected
Check wires for wear or breaks. Tighten all
loose connections. Replace worn or broken
wires
Specified engine oil is not being used Check and replace oil as specified
Thermostat is faulty or clogged Replace
Carburetor adjustments are incorrect Replace
Fuel pump is damaged Replace
Air vent screw on fuel tank is closed Loosen air vent screw
Fuel joint connection is incorrect Connect correctly
Choke knob is pulled out Return to home position
Engine idles
irregularly or
stalls
Motor angle is too high Return to normal operating position
86
https://www.boat-manuals.com/
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General
