Engine Overheats - TOHATSU BFT 150A Owner's Manual

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER STARTING
Possible Cause
Spark plugs faulty, fouled, or improperly gapped.
Fuel system malfunction, fuel pump failure, ignition
malfunction, etc.

ENGINE OVERHEATS

Possible Cause
Water intake screens clogged.
Faulty thermostat or water pump.
94
Correction
Gap (non-iridium type) or replace spark plugs (p. 70).
Take outboard motor to an authorized TOHATSU dealer,
or refer to the service manual.
Correction
Clean water intake screens.
Take outboard motor to an authorized TOHATSU dealer,
or refer to the service manual.