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FEATURES & CONTROLS
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Warning System (Continued)
THE WARNING HORN SOUNDS CONTINUOUSLY
Problem – Engine overheat. The warning system is activated when
the engine temperature is too hot.
3 If the engine overheats, immediately reduce throttle speed to
idle. Shift outboard into neutral and check for a steady stream of
water coming out of the water pump indicator hole (a).
If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole (a) or flow
is intermittent, stop engine and check cooling water intake holes for
obstruction. If no obstruction is found, this may indicate a blockage
in the cooling system or a water pump problem. Have the outboard
checked by your dealer. Operating the engine while overheated will
cause engine damage. See the following note.
If a steady stream of water is coming out of the water pump indicator
hole (a) and the warning horn continues to sound, there still may be
insufficient cooling water or an engine problem. Stop engine and
have it checked by your dealer. Operating the engine while over-
heated will cause engine damage. See the following note.
NOTE: If you are in a stranded situation, stopping the engine and
allowing it to cool back down will usually allow some additional low
speed (idle) running time before the engine starts to overheat again.
The overheat problem must be corrected before you can resume nor-
mal operation.
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