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CA442
Troubleshooting
Starter Motor Will Not Crank Engine, Or Cranks Slow
Possible Cause Remedy
Battery switch turned off. Turn switch on.
Remote control not in neutral position. Position control lever in neutral.
Open circuit breaker or blown fuse. Check and reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
Loose or dirty electrical connections or damaged
wiring.
Check all electrical connections and wires
(especially battery cables). Clean and tighten faulty
connection.
Bad battery. Test and replace if bad.
CA443
Engine Will Not Start, Or Is Hard To Start
Possible Cause Remedy
Improper starting procedure. Read starting procedure.
Empty fuel tank or fuel shutoff valve closed. Fill tank or open valve.
Faulty fuel pump.
Carburetor Models: Check sight tube for fuel.
Have Authorized MerCruiser Dealer replace pump, if
fuel is present.
Choke not operating properly.
Carburetor Models: Check choke linkages for
freedom of movement.
Engine Flooded.
Do not attempt to start engine for at least 5 minutes.
Refer to Starting Procedures.
Faulty ignition system component. Service ignition system.
Clogged fuel filters. Replace filters.
Stale or contaminated fuel. If contaminated, drain tank Fill with fresh fuel.
Fuel line or tank vent line kinked or clogged.
Replace kinked lines or blow out lines with
compressed air to remove obstruction.
EFI System Fault (If So Equipped).
Have EFI System checked by an Authorized
MerCruiser Dealer.
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