What should I do if my outboard motor wont start?
Once you’re sure the outboard is getting electricity, the next thing to check is whether it’s getting any fuel. Make sure the outboard is fully primed with fuel. If the fuel pump isn’t primed, the motor may turn over without starting. Squeeze the primer bulb a couple of times to prime the fuel pump.
What causes a boat to turn over without starting?
If the fuel pump isn’t primed, the motor may turn over without starting. Squeeze the primer bulb a couple of times to prime the fuel pump. If the primer bulb squeezes easily and doesn’t feel like it’s pumping fuel, it’s time to determine what is preventing fuel from getting to the motor.
What should I do if my fuel pump is not working?
Squeeze the primer bulb a couple of times to prime the fuel pump. If the primer bulb squeezes easily and doesn’t feel like it’s pumping fuel, it’s time to determine what is preventing fuel from getting to the motor. Never assume the fuel gauge is accurate, especially for portable and topside fuel tanks on smaller boats.
Why does my boat start hot when I Touch the nozzle?
If the solenoid is not receiving the correct (or any) current, the problem is probably battery- or cable-related. The motor may be overheated if it had been running before it cut out. If the motor is hot when you touch the cowling, check to see if water is coming from the tell-tale nozzle when the motor is cranked over.
What happens if you push the throttle only button?
As was mentioned earlier, will the engine start up and stay running if the throttle only button is pushed in, and the throttle lever advanced. If the engine will stay running with the throttle advanced, the problem should be the IAC valve.
When is a bad throttle position sensor a warning sign?
Engine won’t idle smoothly, idles too slowly, or stalls If you start to experience engine misfires, stalling, or rough idling when the car is stopped, it can also be a warning sign of a failing TPS. You don’t want to wait to get this checked out!
Why does my engine start but won’t stay running?
As Wingnut said, if it stays running if you throttle up as soon as it starts, that is likely the cause. I had the exact same thing happen last summer while we were on vacation. I’m not very mechanical so I had to have the shop fix it. Couple hundred total including part and labor.
Why does my engine stall when I throttle down?
On mine engines when the IAC went bad it would stall when you throttle down. the IAC also made a noise sounds like air bleeding out of something if you throttle down rapidly. I also saw some conversations about the oil pressure switch causing similar issues if it’s stuck closed. I can’t seem to find it on my motor though.