TROUBLE CHECK CHART
IMPORTANT: If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact your DEALER.
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Starter motor will not operate
• Shift handle not in NEUTRAL.
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Battery and electrical connections loose or corroded.
Engine will not start
• Not following starting instructions. Refer to Engine Starting.
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Fuel tank empty.
Fuel system contaminated with water or dirt.
Fuel filter obstructed.
COLD ENGINE: Engine choke not closed.
WARM ENGINE: Engine flooded – Make sure remote tank hose
is not connected, open choke; crank engine. If it starts, run until
cleared. If it fails to start, wait a few moments and try again. When
cleared, reestablish fuel supply.
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Spark plugs incorrect. Refer to Engine Specifications.
Spark plugs improperly gapped, carboned, burned, or wet.
Ignition system component failure.
Engine will not idle properly
Engine loses power
• Motor angle excessive.
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Spark plugs damaged or incorrect. Refer to Engine Specifica-
tions.
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Fuel system contaminated with water or dirt.
Carburetor mixture out of adjustment.
Fuel/oil mixture incorrect.
• Spark plugs damaged or incorrect. Refer to Engine Specifica-
tions.
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Fuel filter obstructed.
Fuel system contaminated with water or dirt.
Water intakes obstructed and cooling system not operating cor-
rectly. Refer to Engine Overheating.
Engine vibrates excessively
• Propeller shaft bent.
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Propeller fouled and restricted, blades bent or broken.
Fuel system contaminated with water or dirt.
Carburetor mixture out of adjustment.
Steering friction screw loose (if equipped).
Engine mounts damaged.
Engine runs, but makes little or
no progress
• Propeller hub loose, slipping.
• Propeller blades bent or missing.
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Propeller shaft bent.
Propeller fouled and restricted.
Maintenance - 37
| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 2-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals |
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| Tags | Johnson 6 hp, Johnson 8 hp, Johnson R, Johnson RL |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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