Engine Status Panel Function - Volvo Penta V8-350 Operator's Manual

The engine icon (below), when lit, is an indication of a possible emission system fault. The second icon indicates
an engine-monitored malfunction has been detected. Depending on the severity of the fault, it may be
accompanied by a continual beep from the audible alarm (third icon).
The following is a list of possible fault indications that may appear on the engine status panel or be heard through
the audible alarm. The list also provides actions that may be required on the part of the boat operator.
Warning Signals
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ON
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ON ON
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A. Check: clogged sea water intake(s), damaged impeller, engine oil level, engine coolant level, relays, fuses, and circuit breakers.
B. Ignoring this fault indicator could lead to deteriorating engine and/or emission system condition.
C. This fault may be an indication that the engine is running out of fuel.
D. This fault may be an indication of engine overheat and/or low oil pressure.
E. Ignoring this fault indicator may lead to serious engine and/or emission system damage.
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Engine Status Panel Function

Required Operator Response
Engine and/or emission system should be
inspected by authorized service technician at
your earliest convenience
Engine and/or emission system should be
inspected by authorized service technician at
your earliest convenience
Even at full throttle, boat may not reach planing
speed; operate boat accordingly. Engine and/or
emission system should be inspected by
authorized service technician soon
Even at full throttle, boat may not reach planing
speed; operate boat accordingly
emission system should be inspected by
authorized service technician soon
Engine operates at reduced throttle, providing
maneuvering speed only; operate boat
D
accordingly . Engine and/or emission system
should be inspected by authorized service
technician as soon as possible
Engine RPMs limited to idle speed only. Return
to port as soon as possible. Engine and/or
emission system should be inspected by
authorized service technician as soon as
E
possible .
Engine RPMs limited to idle speed only. Return
to port as soon as possible. Engine and/or
emission system should be inspected by
authorized service technician as soon as
E
possible .
Attempt to re-start the engine. If engine cannot be
restarted, call for a tow. Engine and emission
YES system should be inspected by authorized
service technician before next use, even if engine
can be restarted.
Troubleshooting
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.
B
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B
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C
. Engine and/or
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.
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