Owner Service Assistance; Troubleshooting - MotorGuide Xi3 Wireless Edition Operation, Maintenance & Installation Manual

OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE

Troubleshooting

NOTE: For service information, contact any certified MotorGuide service
center. For a full listing of MotorGuide service centers, go to
www.motorguide.com or contact any Mercury Marine service office.
Symptom
Trolling motor does
not respond to
wireless commands
Loss of power
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Possible Cause
Weak trolling motor
batteries
Weak handheld
remote battery or
weak foot pedal
battery
Wireless
controllers not
synced
Weak trolling motor
batteries
Loose or corroded
battery
connections
Propeller is loose,
damaged, or
off‑balance
Wiring or electrical
connection faulty
Magnets cracked
or chipped
Water intrusion in
the lower unit
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Resolution
Check the battery charge indicator
on the trolling motor. Recharge or
replace batteries as required.
Replace the handheld remote
battery or foot pedal batteries.
Refer to Activating the Wireless
Foot Pedal or Activating the
Handheld Remote.
Check the battery charge indicator
on the trolling motor. Recharge or
replace the batteries as required.
Inspect battery connections for
cleanliness and tightness.
Refer to Propeller Replacement.
Wire gauge from the battery to the
trolling motor is insufficient.
6‑gauge wire is recommended.
The motor will whine or grind.
Contact a Service Center.
Contact a Service Center.