Low Oil Pressure
The warning system will be activated if the oil pressure drops too low. First, stop the engine and check the oil level. Add oil if
necessary. If the oil is at the recommended level and the warning horn continues to sound, consult your dealer. Engine speed
will be limited to 2800 RPM, however, you should not continue to run engine.
Engine Overspeed Limiter
Some causes of engine overspeed are as follows:
•
Propeller ventilation
•
A propeller which has an incorrect pitch or diameter
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Propeller hub slippage
•
Outboard mounted too high on the transom
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Tilting the outboard out beyond a vertical position
•
Cavitation of the propeller due to rough water or obstruction in the boat hull
When the engine overspeed limiter is activated, the engine timing will be momentarily retarded to decrease the engine speed.
Excessive overspeed (above 6300 RPM) will result in cutout of the cylinders to prevent operation above this limit.
Warning Light and Warning Horn Wire Diagrams
Warning Light Wire Diagram
18
1
1
10
34
17
90-8M0105568 eng MARCH 2016
BLU
LT GRN
a
b
WHT/RED
22604
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a -
ECM engine harness
connector
b -
Warning light
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