TROUBLESHOOTING
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Starter Motor will not Crank the Engine (Electric
Start Models)
POSSIBLE CAUSES
• Blown fuse in the starting circuit. Refer to Maintenance
section.
• Outboard is not shifted to neutral position.
• Weak battery or battery connections are loose or corroded.
• Ignition key switch failure.
• Wiring or electrical connection faulty.
• Starter motor or starter solenoid failure.
• Impeller is stuck due to blockage.
Engine Will Not Start
POSSIBLE CAUSES
NOTE: If the outboard has run out of fuel, or has been in storage
for an extended period of time, additional attempts to start the
engine will be required to purge the fuel system of air.
• Lanyard stop switch not in "RUN" position.
• Incorrect starting procedure. Refer to Operation section.
• Old or contaminated gasoline.
• Engine flooded. Refer to Operation section.
• Fuel is not reaching the engine.
• Fuel tank is empty.
• Fuel tank vent not open or restricted.
• Fuel line is disconnected or kinked.
• Primer bulb not squeezed.
• Primer bulb check valve is faulty.
• Fuel filter is obstructed. Refer to Maintenance section.
• Fuel pump failure.
• Fuel tank filter obstructed.
• Open 20 Amp fuse. Refer to Maintenance section.
• Ignition system component failure.
• Wiring or electrical connection faulty.
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