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Page GENERAL-22 Z001019/0_8_Octobre 2011
SERVICE MANUAL MARINE ENGINES
ToC
C Maintenance and Service
ATTENTION:
After following the “Action” described in chart, and before cranking the engine, make sure
there are no loose fuel connections. Make sure engine compartment is free of fuel vapours.
Failure to do so could result in fire.
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION
Engine won’t start 1. No fuel in tank or shut-off valve Fill tank or open valve.
closed.
2. Air leak in suction lines. Bleed fuel system and check for leaks.
3. Fuel line plugged or pump Fuel pump may be defective.
defective.
4. Poor fuel quality. Replace fuel .
5. Water in fuel filter. Replace or drain water from fuel filter.
Check fuel supply for water contamination. If water
is present, drain fuel tank and flush with fresh fuel.
6. System error or failure. Check Engine Management System
display for service code.
7. Battery output insufficient Charge or replace battery.
Only for SOLAS ==> 8. Inversion switch actuated Cancelled by ignition "OFF - ON"
Starter won’t crank 1. Battery connections loose or Check for loose connections
engine corroded and corrosions. Clean connections and
thighten.
2. Battery is dead Check level of electrolyte and charge
battery.
3. Starter connections loose Check connections and tighten.
If solenoid clicks when attempting to
start engine, check starter.
4. Ignition switch If inoperative, replace.
6. Starter auxiliary relay Check terminal connection and function of relay.
Engine runs erratically 1. Water, air and/or dirt in fuel filter Replace filter. Inspect fuel supply line.
2. Anti-siphon valve stuck Clean and inspect or replace. (Tank)
3. Fuel pump Check operation of pump.
Replace fuel pump.
C 1 Trouble Check Chart
5. Fuse blown on panel
Check and replace if defect
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