Troubleshooting - TOHATSU MD 30B2 Owner's Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If you encounter problem with the engine, check the list below and locate the
problem you are experiencing. Then follow the suggested remedies.
Do not hesitate to contact your dealer, as professionals advice and assistance is
1 the best way to keep the engine in optimum condition.
Difficult
2
to start
engine
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Engine
Boat
runs
speed loss
erratically
Battery Power Trim
Starter
will not
motor will
hold
not crank
charge
&
Possible causes
Tilt
Inoperative
Empty fuel tank
Incorrect connection of
fuel system
Air enters fuel line
Deformed or damaged
fuel pipe
Closed air vent on fuel
tank cap
Fuel filter/fuel pump is
clogged with dust.
Use of improper
gasoline
Incomplete forced fuel
feeling by primer bulb
Poor connection in
compression system
Use of non-specified
spark plugs
Dirt or carbon deposits
on spark plugs
No sparking or poor
sparking (Failure in
component of Ignition
system)
Insuiflcient coolimg
water flow