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AFTER STORAGE
When taking your motor out of storage, follow
the procedure below to return it to operating
condition:
1. Thoroughly clean the spark plugs. Replace
them if necessary.
2. Check the gear-case oil level and if neces-
sary, add gear oil according to the procedure
outlined in the GEAR OIL section.
3. Lubricate all moving parts according to the
LUBRICATION section.
4. Check the engine oil level.
5. Clean the motor and wax the painted sur-
faces.
6. Recharge the battery before installing it.
TROUBLESHOOTING
This troubleshooting guide is provided to help
you find the cause of common complaints.
Starter motor will not operate:
• Emergency stop switch lock plate is not in
position.
• Starter relay fuse is blown out.
• Sub battery cable fuse is blown out.
• Control handle is not in NEUTRAL.
• Battery terminal connection is corroded or
lost.
• Battery power is lost.
• Starter motor is failed.
• If equipped with Keyless Start System:
Engine switch or start/stop switch is failed.
If not equipped with Keyless Start System:
Ignition switch or start/stop switch is failed.
• Electric wiring connection is loose.
Engine will not start (hard to start):
• Fuel tank is empty.
• Fuel is deteriorated.
• Engine starting procedure is mistaken.
• Fuel tank air vent is not opened.
• Fuel hose is not properly connected to
engine.
• Fuel hose is kinked or pinched.
• Fuel filter is clogged.
• Fuel pump is failed.
• Fuel tank filter is clogged.
• Spark plug is fouled.
• Ignition system is fouled.
• Electric wiring connection is loose.
NOTICE
Failure to troubleshoot a problem correctly
can damage your outboard motor. Improper
repairs or adjustments may damage the out-
board motor instead or fixing it. Such damage
may not be covered under warranty.
If you are not sure about the proper action to
correct a problem, consult your Suzuki marine
dealer.