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My Outboard Won’t Start | Outboard Starting Problems | Diagnosing an Outboard That Won’t Start

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Күн бұрын

So what if your outboard won’t start?
In this short video from Boats.net, John will guide you through troubleshooting an outboard that won’t start by addressing the simple things first: your kill switch, your fuel, your battery-- any of which can be the cause of an outboard no-start condition.
Then, John will tell you a little about some of the other causes a little deeper in your motor that might be causing starting problems on your outboard.
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@495defibber
@495defibber Ай бұрын
Dude, thanks so much for posting this. Saved the day when I was about to pull boat out at a ramp several miles away. Was about to get SeaTow involved. Saved me the embarrassment too, lol.
@YoYoYoHD
@YoYoYoHD 3 жыл бұрын
You missed one…make sure you’re in neutral. Many modern outboards will not let you start the engine while in gear (unless you use the emergency manual start at the flywheel).
@Mike.Hunt69
@Mike.Hunt69 2 жыл бұрын
this is literally what happened to me and i was stuck for a solid hour and a half lol kinda embarrassing
@ritparent7239
@ritparent7239 2 жыл бұрын
My newly purchased 2000 Mercury 40 started up but then stalled 5 minutes later. Now, although the electric start turns the motor over, it won't start. Fuel, fuel line, bulb pressure and fuel filter are fine. What do I check next???
@reefy798
@reefy798 Жыл бұрын
😊😊
@LeighRobinsonBushcraft
@LeighRobinsonBushcraft 10 ай бұрын
@@ritparent7239 Did you resolve this? If so what was the issue please?
@briandavenport7912
@briandavenport7912 2 жыл бұрын
Of course! The kill switch! Not sure how it came loose but I must have pulled it somehow. Thank you! Now I can tackle other projects today!
@dalehafer4512
@dalehafer4512 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I can't believe I forgot my kill switch...the obvious. Great video.
@chachi5975
@chachi5975 2 ай бұрын
Yep mine got bumped!
@Tinman253
@Tinman253 Жыл бұрын
I had an odd one with my engine not starting. it even was not getting power. I was stumped. then I took apart the gearshift and found my neutral safety switch was broken.
@darrelpost678
@darrelpost678 Жыл бұрын
1997 15hp Evinrude Got spark and fuel but won't fire. By the way, mice got into the carburetor but we cleaned that up.
@stompylee
@stompylee 5 ай бұрын
I can't tell you how many times the kill switch gets me. Thats not my issue, but I do have somethings to check from this KISS method, thank you.
@cyhill1176
@cyhill1176 3 жыл бұрын
Where should i check to see why i am not getting power when i turn the key on but am getting power from the battery switch
@philtriona7947
@philtriona7947 3 жыл бұрын
Finally, professional help.
@philtriona7947
@philtriona7947 3 жыл бұрын
Don't forget to check the Neutral safety switch
@manfredhirsch8836
@manfredhirsch8836 Жыл бұрын
Thank you the first 10 seconds solved my problem haha
@KevinCole-e5c
@KevinCole-e5c Ай бұрын
I have a 90hp honda that won't start been sitting for two years replaced the battery and ignition switch and starter and perks switch
@bjpatpat5801
@bjpatpat5801 4 ай бұрын
my boat was running fine then one day it just started dragging and would not turn fast enough to start my battery is fully charged I also had to replace the ignition switch and really sure that the wiring was correct as the motor was dragging before I added the switch thanks for any ideas that could help get me back to running
@BradhallhavasuAz
@BradhallhavasuAz 2 жыл бұрын
thank you for the tip 1 kill switch You Rock
@davidevenson6614
@davidevenson6614 Жыл бұрын
Great advise. Kill switch again. Kids Play in my boat all of the time and I guess that's their key.
@angiea3220
@angiea3220 Ай бұрын
Hey John, I am hoping you can help, I have a 1998 yamaha 40hp 2 stroke, when I bought the boat it cranked and ran perfect but needed a water pump, I changed that and then when I tried to crank it I lost all power to switch and trim, I used a jumper wire to get motor down, a week later I tried to crank and while trying to crank lost power again, I wiggled the wires to switch and got power back, then it would crank and stall after a few seconds, I put new plugs and primor bulb on still the same, next day I drained and cleaned gas tank put fresh gas in and drained carb bowls, now it won't crank at all, can you help me.
@pedromoreno2297
@pedromoreno2297 4 ай бұрын
How do you test cdi switch box 332-7778 for 3 cylinders or 6 cylinders?
@trumpet1783
@trumpet1783 8 ай бұрын
I have a problem on a suzuki df 90 A 2009.. I have no spark and the trim does not work, and when it is connected directly to the wires, then the trim works.. is it the ECM? when starting I have a long beeeep pause of 5 seconds and then a beeeep for about 3 seconds and so on..thank you
@boblance2442
@boblance2442 3 ай бұрын
Switched boat motors 25 and a 60 now the 60 runs fine but the 25 isn’t getting power but will turn over if I jump the solenoid , won’t do anything with the key and won’t tilt ,
@toplopez
@toplopez 2 жыл бұрын
John, I have a 1994 Tracker Magna 17 with 75 Mercury Pro Series. I hear the clicking sound at the engine however no cranking. Based on your video I am thinking it’s the solenoid. How can I narrow it down to ensure I am buying the correct part and not wasting time and or money?
@allankarisa6742
@allankarisa6742 Жыл бұрын
Same prob how'd you go about man
@circe42
@circe42 9 күн бұрын
@@allankarisa6742 Jump out the two big wires on the solenoid Warning you will get a big spark
@delstep2255
@delstep2255 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks my brother. Very helpful
@garykeenan9344
@garykeenan9344 2 жыл бұрын
Hi I have a Old 650 Mercury thunderbolt and it only starts if it's tilted forward if it's straight up and down it won't start do you have any answers
@circe42
@circe42 9 күн бұрын
I would say the carburator float needs Cleaning adjusting
@cantinadiscus
@cantinadiscus Жыл бұрын
HI,i have this problem,no longer "beeps" when the ignition switch is turned on and motor no start.
@stephenpatuano3205
@stephenpatuano3205 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2006 mercury 4 stroke 60 hp and im trying to check the fuel system . is there a tool i can get at a reasonal price to check the vaper separator assembly and how do i do it . i also found an in line fuel filter hidden in a black sleeve .do you think this should be changed , my problum is driving around for a cuppal of minits my rpms drop to 3 grand .
@ritparent7239
@ritparent7239 2 жыл бұрын
My newly purchased 2000 Mercury 40 started up but then stalled 5 minutes later. Now, although the electric start turns the motor over, it won't start. Fuel, fuel line, bulb pressure and fuel filter are fine. What do I check next???
@georgex7176
@georgex7176 Жыл бұрын
On 9.9 hp Yamaha boat engine I changed cdi unit and coils and spark plugs no sparks still. Voltage on the wires. What can be???
@johnnybenoit841
@johnnybenoit841 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 2009 EFI Mercury 4-stroke 30 Hp. It clicks when I turn on my key to start. I charged my battery, checked to make sure it was in neutral connections are okay. So where's the solenoid located ?
@dignon38
@dignon38 3 жыл бұрын
Any thoughts when you have a new battery, but motor does nothing. No clicking, just nothing. Yamaha Zmax 225 (2003) and was running fine. Had to get towed in.
@JonnyAreo
@JonnyAreo 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, love your video. I have an old Johnson motor I think from the 60's. I got it out to the water and she was turning over wanting to start. After a few tries. It stopped turning and just died down to almost nothing. Brought it home and realized I never plugged the gas line to the engine. My little 2 and a half yr old son distracted me. The battery is new and around 12.5 fully charged. I'm getting a 1 click when trying to start it. I don't know much about boat engines at all. I'm assuming it's the solenoid or fuse. Didn't get that far too check yet. The boat place I go to, is very busy and they may keep my boat for half the summer. Wondering If I can fix it myself. If it's the solenoid, can I fix it myself?
@circe42
@circe42 9 күн бұрын
if you only get a click most likely the starter solenoid nor I would actually check the starter if the solenoid checks out ok. it also be a weak battery check this first
@rxsonny
@rxsonny Жыл бұрын
Just bought 2019 Mako pro skiff it start with previous owner but took it out and it died on me. So replaced new gas and check the gas line have gas when prom the bub still won’t start any ideas would appreciated. Motor is 2018 mercury 60hp low mile under 30hr.
@bunthanlaim4415
@bunthanlaim4415 2 жыл бұрын
On my outboard won't start up but have power and motor trim have power but it wouldn't move up or down
@rockyreah4294
@rockyreah4294 3 жыл бұрын
you guys are great thanks for the help.
@TERRYSMITH-vu6er
@TERRYSMITH-vu6er Жыл бұрын
I HAVE A MERCURY /2005 /2 STROKE OUTBOARD MOTOR WANT START IF ITS MY BATTERY SHOUD I BE ABLE TO JUMP START IT . I HAVE NEW STARTER / SOLINOID STILL NOTHONG
@AN-kg4ei
@AN-kg4ei 2 жыл бұрын
does an older 91 Johnson V4 90 have that internal fuse???
@harryhall7801
@harryhall7801 Жыл бұрын
GREAT VIDEO!
@staugustineliving
@staugustineliving 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. It was the kill switch
@thomasearl9732
@thomasearl9732 3 жыл бұрын
The first thing you sad fix my issue thanks
@dannymerkury386
@dannymerkury386 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@joanjoandres705
@joanjoandres705 3 жыл бұрын
What about selling parts to Europe,specially spain. Is it possible?
@paulschulz8205
@paulschulz8205 10 ай бұрын
Suzuki 115. Have power from battery, engine not turning on
@darrellcollins6756
@darrellcollins6756 3 жыл бұрын
What size wire for a 115 evinrude 1978?
@yasseribrahim2651
@yasseribrahim2651 9 ай бұрын
Hello I need to now how can find your contact
@sfbluestar
@sfbluestar Жыл бұрын
You guys sell outboard parts but not a complete outboard?
@chawwilson542
@chawwilson542 3 ай бұрын
Starting find when mother is warmed up just having problems with cold starts
@circe42
@circe42 9 күн бұрын
sounds like choke issue
@joshuaivalu3718
@joshuaivalu3718 Жыл бұрын
My coil both coils good but bottom coil plug not working
@joshuaivalu3718
@joshuaivalu3718 Жыл бұрын
Top coil plug working I cannot figure it out Yamaha 115 6ek
@yasseribrahim2651
@yasseribrahim2651 9 ай бұрын
How to contact you
@alvinjohnkline8550
@alvinjohnkline8550 2 ай бұрын
I have a 115 Mercury I don't even know set for 3 years
@Dj1timeWonka
@Dj1timeWonka 2 жыл бұрын
Good video, the shelf behind you is not level.
@paulgordon9158
@paulgordon9158 3 жыл бұрын
what is the problem when it turns over good but backfires and wont start
@bigjwitacamera4365
@bigjwitacamera4365 2 жыл бұрын
I just had this issue I had my cdi wires swapped but now I got spark but it still won’t fore
@codcsclips8036
@codcsclips8036 2 ай бұрын
No compression or spark test
@SalamSalam-to6mm
@SalamSalam-to6mm 2 жыл бұрын
Hi i
@hathat5896
@hathat5896 3 жыл бұрын
👍 great
@baramabimo2397
@baramabimo2397 Жыл бұрын
complicated
@irasaposnik6511
@irasaposnik6511 2 жыл бұрын
Nah this is useless gruesome and toothsome
@tonisarsero4499
@tonisarsero4499 2 жыл бұрын
I have a puller start outboard motor and I wont to fit a electric starter I cant find the right motor ( SERIAL NUMBER 0N045091 ) MERCURY MARINE ( 2005 ME30 EMLH ) ( 30 ) IF YOU CAN HELP ME FIND ONE PLEAS JOSEPH
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