Outboard motor hard to start Dec 19, 2012 #1 Hi guys I have a 1975 merc 9. Thread starter Dabnis; Start date Nov 13, 2016; D. Finally, most Ask the experts on our Suzuki Outboard Forum for repair issues, diagnosing problems, links to diagrams, suggestions on buying parts and more. Outboard Motors Forum. When we tested the motor, the owner attached the hose, squeezed primer ball, started right up. I had a hard starting 9. 5 can be nearly impossible to start after 2 to 4 weeks of not being used. I going to start making these for retrofit on the 9. I performed spark test and had spark to all 3 cylinders, removed top carb and cleaned, after Re: 1989 Mercury 25 hp hard cold starting According to the owners manual for my 1990 25hp EH model,you rotate the choke knob fully clockwise,pull choke knob out to prime engine,push choke knob in and try to start. Mercury Mariner Outboard Forum . That's why few motors of that size even have a pull start. the proceedure is : prime the gas line bulb until hard. Once started it runs great however. 9 hard starting. 33,725 satisfied customers. I asked this question 2 years ago but didn't really get a good answer. I generally always use the internal tank vs and external one and that has c Outboard Motors Forum. Yamaha outboard cranks but won’t start refers to when the Yamaha outboard engine crankshaft rotates but fails to start the engine. I clean Outboard Motors Forum. It is actuated by pushing in the the key switch. 2-4 stroke outboard motors cools very fast compared to automobiles and some times turns difficult to instant restart. Do you smell gas? (If so, immediately extinguish any cigarettes or other smoking materials! Act Worn starter motor. Once started, it runs well. Honda BF150 intermittent starting problem? If I am reading correctlyyou said it is hard to start and sometimes it does not stop? As a last resort, if you can not do thatif you can not get the motor to start, as you are trying to start have someone wiggle the harness on the engine, along the wiring harness Even the mood created by this idyllic scene can be ruined by a hard to start marine engine. please describe in the most minute detail your exact starting procedure. The dealer said every other new 4 stroke marine engine comes right back into the shop because of starting problems. This video will detail the As with any modern motor, there are simple steps to follow to identify the source of the problem and begin troubleshooting the issue. If the motor doesn’t start by the third or fourth attempt, don’t keep trying, as this will flood the carburetor. Hard start when cold 02-26-2016, 01:05 PM. Sep 24, 2012 #1 Of course it's hard to pull start. Ad https://www. That is the Mercruiser approved way to start an engine if flooded . Doesn't seem to fire up like it used to. Also, if the engine is not primed properly, this issue can occur. haydenfox Member. If raw gas leaks into the intake manifold from leaky carb channel plugs, this will make it hard to start, requiring open throttle so as to get more air into it. motor hard to turn over? Thread starter geo010704; Start date Sep 24, 2012; G. The engine starts fine when cold (every time What causes the hard starting of the outboard motor? Loose connections of the spark plug wires can cause the hard starting of the outboard motor. I generally always use the internal tank vs and external one and that has c I have a 1988 Johnson 120 hp This spring I was having a hard time to start it. Cold start is fine. When an engine is cold, less of the fuel vaporises to the point where it will burn. every time. The boat is in such good shape that I couldn't pass it up. outboard won’t start when using an external gas tank If your outboard has an external gas tank, there can be a number of problems between it and the motor. Hard pull-start Yamaha Enduro 25hp. Raise tha fast idle just a touch. Johnson Evinrude Outboard Forum. Jul 11, 2011 #1 I have a 90hp mercury 2 stroke which is really hard to start after sitting for a few days, once started it will start every time after that unless you let it sit for 30 mins then Big Jon Honda 5hp Outboard Shop Outboards. -pump bulb until hard-pull manual choke on motor-advance throttle to 1500-2000 RPM-crank with NO key choke . May 2, 2016 #1 Overall this motor is running great with cooling Re: 1998 Johnson 150 HP outboard-hard starting Another thought. Pump up the primer ball 5 or 6 times then it takes several attempts to start. Thread starter rossm; Start date Nov 21, 2001; R. It isn't liquid petrol that burns, it is the vapour. May 10, 2020 #16 It now works and I can start my motor much easier. I asked my local Yami dealer mechanic and he said check the choke. This engine is hard to start and yet runs great once out an running. But instead of hard starts, mine tends to 'load-up' while idling. And if you ever can’t get one start, check out our 25 reasons why your boat engine won’t start. Login or Sign Up 2014 F90 hard to start when engine is hot 07-02-2017, 11:03 PM. Idle speed is smooth, and it goes well in free mode My honda 4 stroke outboard takes a time to start. If you do it too tight, it will be really hard to disconnect, but not tight enough and it will leak and I have a new 50 hp 2 stroke on my flats boat. SHOP LOGIN; CREATE AN ACCOUNT Mercury & Mariner Outboards . Oil was changed 6 months ago & looks good. 9. Even more so than before. Mechanic's Assistant chat. labtek Cadet. Crank 3 secs, rest, push in and crank 3 more secs. This was sometimes a problem last years but it seems it is worse now. Carbureted two-strokes can be fussy, especially when cold. The choke works, the primer Shop . When a boat motor wont start, it may actually be a simple problem or an overlooked detail. Thread starter PLHamp; Start date Jul 8, 2011; P. Nissan Tohatsu Outboard Forum . amazon. Mar 19, 2013 #7 Low volatile fuel (old When trying to start with the gas control in the normal start position the engine seems impossible to start. like I asked. Very hard to start Yamaha F15 outboard 07-20-2021, 01:46 PM. i got a Yamaha 2 stroke 25 nmo 1989 its really hard to start when its cold. Try this method. I had the mechanic look at the motor and he said it's just a hard starting engine. Suspected a Re: 115 YAMAHA 2 STROKE (HARD STARTING) how far up do you place the throttle? I would really like to see that motor start and run between 1500 and 2000 RPM for the first 10 to 20 seconds. . Thread starter labtek; Start date Aug 22, 2013; L. I think the ECM richens the mixture and sets the Outboard Motors Forum. Check the operation of the choke solenoid. My 2018 or 19 DF2. I'am a machinest and machined up a manual choke and fitted it to the air horn. They told me to thank California emissions laws. Problem was that in the start position, the throttle arm did not engage the linkage on the carbs. Allows more gasoline to flow when it is needed. ALWAYS STARTS WHEN I GO T LAUNCH. gif[/img] , Start the engine and run it using a garden hose. 2000 75 hp mercury 2 stroke that doesn't want to start unless the priming bulb is being pumped at the same time as the engine is being turned over. HAVE TO PUT IN NEUTRAL AND GIVE IT SOME THROTLE TO GET IT TO START. When it finally starts it feels like it's not hitting on all cylinders. Thread starter captenc; Start date Jan 12, 2011; C. A short-term fix is to try Outboard Motor Parts If that's not it, the usual causes for hard starting when hot is either vapor lock, or flooding. Battery, starter motor ans solenoid check (if so Common Reasons Why Boat Engines Won’t Start. As with any modern motor, there are simple steps to follow to identify the source of the problem and begin troubleshooting the issue. The motor is mounted on the stern so it's been in an upright position. very hard to start Honda 9. Oct 16, 2016 #1 Motor is hard to start cold. tom. Jun 23, 2015 #1 I have a Mercury two stroke outboard 3 cylinder, I'm only guessing but probably 1990 ish. Answered by Jason in 4 mins 13 years ago. Fast idle lever doesn't help. Each in and out motion shoots extra fuel into the engine. This video will detail the Customer: My 2008 Honda 9. Your crazy to run the ocean with starting problems that you know will happen all the time. This will free up any gunk possible frozen piston rings,etc. Re: Honda BF8 hard starting when cold. The carburetor has been fully serviced, and it has a good spark. The fuel line comes out of the bottom of the tank rises maybe 6 inches to the I just acquired a 15 HP Johnson, model # J15RCDE, it is very hard to start when the motor is cold. Matt South New member. Sometimes when it is cold it will start if I give it a hard enough pull, Yamaha 15F 2-stroke outboard hard to start - Cruisers & Sailing Forums I have a 2001 Honda BF50 that is increasingly hard to start when the motor is warm. Atempt New member. Took cover off the motor and checked spark from plugs, they both have spark but not from Re: 1979 70 hp Johnson - hard starting Sorry - when it won't restart - it just cranks - I tried with and without chock and move the throttle up to full - just cranks. d. I think you should take your boat in to get fixed. When I accelerate, it sometimes dies. If your outboard motor doesn’t start on the first or second pull, then it needs a little tweaking. Join Date: Aug 2011; for a FOUR STROKE engine, starting fluid if ok, for a TWO STROKE, it needs Evinrude 90hp v4 outboard hard starting. Mercury Mariner Outboard Forum. Push in on tha key and turn ta start at tha same time. (while I moved overseas). 9 yamaha very hard to start and backfires when cold. Hello, I have a Honda 2004 40hp 4 stroke outboard this is hard to start cold. Johnson Evinrude Outboard Forum . When starting, the throttle for this motor should ( Prior to the first start, I followed the manual: added oil and pulled starter cable a few times with lanyard detached to circulate oil prior to starting; added fuel to internal tank [non-ethanol with StaBil 360], left vent on cap Outboard Motors Forum. Mercury & Mariner Outboards . Before You Start Your Outboard Motor in Season. Back Boat Seats. Tune-up for 1966, 6HP Johnson Engine The tune-up sequence recommended by Johnson and Evinrude includes the following: a. These Big Jon Honda 5hp Outboard Shop Outboards. The motor will start and run on the fuel from the I have a 7. frustrated2 New member. Joined May 17, 2009 Messages 9. Really hate grinding the started. waterdog 101 Cadet. It's a 75 hp motor! Of course it's hard to pull start. mark123456 New member. The flywheel is very hard to turn manually with the pull assembly cover taken off. Johnson QD15 extremely hard to pull start You motor does not have the compression relief, that was with larger motors with higher compression. A. Mar 17, 2013 If an outboard is hard to start there is something wrong with the motor or the starting procedure !! Reply. When I got the boat home I've discovered that the motor is very hard to start when cold. Getting great spark, but it all seems to be fuel issue. Joined 1. Hard to start cold. Joined Aug 22, 2013 Messages 9. but it does not accelerate smoothly, it shoots away with a delay. Thread starter addo; Start date Jul 11, 2011; A. I would run the boat to warm it up, shut down, remove the spark arrestor and view down the carb to see if fuel was leaking after the engine was shut off. The culprit has been a dirty fuel filter. Boating. doctor disaster New member. <br /> good luck and keep posting Outboard Motors Forum. But it wasn’t always that way. There is nothing wrong with your motor if you want to fix it From its invention in 1906 until the 1930s, outboard motors were designed to start via a pull cord: yanking on a thick line wrapped around the end of the crankshaft causes it to rotate, engaging the flywheel and enabling the motor to start. Fuel system service. I am not the Guru you are looking for but I have read a lot of posts and have been helped here with my Chrysler. After motor has reached operating temp, then to start just bump the starter - should fire right up if your carbs are in good shape. Degree in Marine Technology. Whether you’re using an inboard boat motor or a 2 stroke outboard motor, some problems can arise. Thread starter k3marc; Start date Mar In the past, you had to learn how to start an outboard motor. tried starting again, didn't start with my current electric starter. Boat Engine Parts Outboard Motor Parts Outboard Motors Forum. Dual Mercury Master Technician- for Mercury Outboard Motors Forum. Sometimes an outboard motor is hard to start but runs fine when started, or is hard starting when the engine is hot or cold, or it’s hard to start after its been sitting for awhile. im wondering if maybe that wasnt the hard starting when cold problem, it wasnt getting enough fuel to start it) Big Jon Honda 5hp Outboard Shop Outboards. 32 yrs exp. Once started it is sweet music and will start first pull the next time if it is within a few weeks. Hi again. Das fisch New member. It takes several very hard pulls before it starts. So let’s get started. They can answer questions for any Yamaha outboard model or horsepower. Thread starter frustrated2; Start date Jun 25, 2012; F. Thread starter Rwhite; Start date Jun 26, 2014; R. Release tha key. royboy Contributing Member. is a head gasket issue allowing a small amount of water into the motor after it had sat for some time will make the motor hard to start and then in certain cases the combustion pressure is enough to keep the water out and allow the motor to Outboard Motors Forum. I bought this motor 3 weeks ago and it ran great, except for a little lag Shop . Apr 19, 2024 #1 Hi - I have a brand new Yamaha 25hp 2 stroke. certified Johnson/Evinrude, Mercury outboards , also 50 Yamaha - that "prime start" may not need you to push the start switch in - that may be overriding the "auto" feature, if it has one. You’ll know the motor is flooded if it won’t start and you smell gas. Your owner's manual, I would think, should have something in there about best way to start - take a look to see if it mentions anything about the prime start system. Eventually the motor fired and there were no further problems during the morning with dozens of stops & immediate restarts. When engine cooled off overnight, she must have had just enough spark to light up. When cold, the engine will start on the first or second pull Go. The motor takes 8 or 9 pulls to start. If you do it soon maybe you will get away with NOT having to replace Outboard Motors Forum. Apr 30, 2013 #9 Re: very hard to start Honda 9. and then it goes well oxh evenly. View All; Fishing Boat Seats These 7. Senior Member. 2003 Merc 50 hp 2 stroke hard starting. (I had also replaced the Ask the experts on our Yamaha Outboard Forum for repair issues, diagnosing problems, links to diagrams, suggestions on buying parts and more. At least newer ones do. rossm New member. Jun 9, 2016 #1 Only started having this problem today, started it and it cut out then wouldn't turn over. C. Try : With throttle grip remaining at min, pull choke knob fully out, pull rope 3 times, push choke fully in, rotate throttle Hard to start trick for my 2 cycle Johnson 90 HP - My motor has been hard to start in 2016 when cold. Jul 25, 2013 Or you can just turn out the idle mixture a fractionof a turn to correct the difficult hard starting WHEN COLD. I have one of those glass see through with the replaceable filter element. nirvanaws New member. Adjusted it so the carb linkage is slightly engaged in start, and the problem was corrected. So, make sure that these things are okay. hard starting 200 ocean pro. The repair was covered under Holding the choke on with the 2 cylinder motor and not cranking does nothing. This will add some extra gasoline to the motor which is needed particularly when the motor is cold. Reply. Trim tha motor ta level. Is there an external tank connected by a fuel hose? 3. Don't laugh, but Amazon. If it didn`t stall right away (3-5 seconds) it would be hard to increase throttle without stall. Carbureted two-strokes can be fussy, I came across a 1954 johnson qd-15 2-stroke outboard motor that has been sitting for, perhaps, 15-20 years and am going to use it, in conjunction with a trolling motor, on the fishing boat. 9 Honda won't start when cold choke trouble probably It basically is a valve that allows extra fuel/air to flow through the carb for starting. Specialities include: Boat, eBay Motors, Jet Ski Repair, Marine Diesel Engine, Marine Diesel A few days after the last sail, I couldn't start it. Enjoy your fully functional outboard motor. Re: 50 hp Yamaha 2-stroke hard to start I have a 2-stroke 25hp Yamaha, same hard starting [15-20 pulls when cold, then started easily for the rest of the day]. Thread starter Blake0912; Start date Dec 19, 2012; Blake0912 Petty Officer 1st Class. It's a 14' flat bottom. Good luck [img]smile. Fuel pressure a solid 40. You make a good On mine, I disengage the remote out of gear and move the throttle just a little above idle. Hit tha start without pushing tha key in this time. Never seen a drop of fuel, never been out on water. Grinds and grinds away, may sputter and then starts. Nov 21, 2001 #1 " This motor Ref. e. com Outboard Motors Forum. " That's not too much of a stretch. She fires up in seconds with full choke open and purrs like a kitten. Understand it has an automatic choke (I miss the toggle switch choke control on my old one). Turn key to start position. Hope You’ll know the motor is flooded if it won’t start and you smell gas. Boat Engine Parts Outboard Motors Forum. New Mercury 8 hp, four stroke, hard starting. What happens is that the motor would take a bit too many pulls to start and when it does finally catch it, it would behave as flooded for a while (blue smoke, etc). Aug 22, 2013 #1 I have a 2000 Yamaha 115 hp using pre-mix and carburetors. Re: Mercury v175 black max hard to start No valve on his motor. G. PROBLEM- Cold starting is very very hard (almost to the point of giving up) with many pulls required and throttle setting almost at full. It's very hard to pull the starter cord. It would burp and puter then die. Not uncommon for the engine to make 3 or 4 turns to fire stone cold. 5's are a little hard starting anyway. 2. Your motor is equipt with an electric priming system. Spark plug service. It should spit, cough or try ta fire. Thread starter kevinj; Start date May 2, 2016; K. However, newer outboard motors have an electric start which is powered by a battery. Make sure the primer bulb is firm and with the choke engaged, motor should start within 4-5 seconds from a cold start. Does anyone know why this would happen? I went ahead and replaced this with a metal hose clamp and the motor started My F150, (probably the same as your engine), the low idle was adjusted (I believe, it's been at least 10 years), with the TPS, shutter adjustment, syncing on TB's, manometer)(and possibly some other adjustments). 9 Hi, try it with no choke, they don't like to much fuel . hard cold starting. This worked for a while. I've been following this sequence; it's better but not perfect. Dabnis New member. AFTR RUNNING WHEN I TRY TO RESTAT IT SPUTTERS THEN STALLS. Let your service manual be your guide and you should be rewarded with an easy to start, reliable outboard. Gearcase and water pump check. 3. However, if the motor has been off for an hour or so, I am having a hard time getting her going. 2010 Honda BF225 Hard to start. f. After running the boat out to my fishing spot, cut the motor off for 5-10 minutes, the boat absolutely will not start unless I throttle it up a The motor is a 2007 model. Thread starter nirvanaws; Start date Mar 28, 2019; N. This video will detail the Even the mood created by this idyllic scene can be ruined by a hard to start marine engine. If you move the control to the furthest (fastest) position the engine will start but starts reving like mad and you have to quickly lower the speed. I did raise my remote control "lever" (the single flat piece on the top of my Johnson 90hp remote control box) up to open the choke, and turned the key and pressed in for a few times (5 times) to squirt gas/oil into the cylinders to try to start. I recently purchased a boat with a 2000 Yamaha 115 2 stroke. I had it in the water yesterday, after about 30 minutes I got it started. Jan 24, 2004 #1 I have twin '94 model Yamaha 130s. Step 6 is the key for my motor, if I do not give it throttle as I pull the rope, it won't start. 8 Mercury 110 Hard to start. Replaced primer, rebuilt fuel pump, new plugs, primer bulb pumped until hard, key on primer clicks on 15 plus secs cranking 3 or 4 times, idle Outboard Motors Forum. Outboard Motor Does Not Start: The first common troubleshooting issue that most users complain about is when the mercury four-stroke motor suddenly fails to start like usual. kevinj Advanced Contributor. 9 The motor needs to spin quickly to start when cold. Whatever the case may be, it’s important to establish the cause of a hard starting engine Yamaha Outboard Forum; If this is your first my motor when I’m able to. <br /><br />To start prime bulb till hard. Re: '98 Johnson 115 Hp outboard / hard to start what model number is the motor? I think they made two different style 115s up until 1998. 9 hp outboard motor is very hard to start. Yamaha 130 Hard to Start That I have a 1979 115hp mercury outboard that is hard to start. The owner's manual will tell you the starting procedure for your outboard in the Operation section. turn the ignition on and push in the key for 6 seconds or so. Joined Oct 31, 2010 Messages 313. I am having a very hard time starting the thing. Yamaha 115hp 2 stroke hard starting. S Re: Hard To Start : 1966, 6HP Johnson Engine. captenc New member. AOK hot 04-14-2011, 04:15 PM ohms and movement. Fortunately, many can be fixed with quick and easy solutions. This engine works great once it starts but it takes too ma Start by noticing important clues as to the cause: 1. Thread starter Das fisch; Start date Jun 22, 2014; D. The motor should turn on effortlessly and without extended cranking. Thread starter ekekutioner; Start date Jul 5, 2017; E. If Mercury or the dealer told me that the new four stroke Outboard Motors Forum. If started, would mostly idle then stall. Just know that the fuel pump is not what's making it hard to start. deedledog Cadet. Difficult Start After Running Thread starter haydenfox; Start date Feb 21, 2016; H. addo New member. In this article, I will go over these steps in-depth for starting your outboard motor that has been sitting for an extended period of time, as well as some of the most frequently asked questions about starting your outboard motor. Dear Forum. I have a 96 V4 130 on my 17 1/2 foot Key West that has recently developed a very hard starting problem when it is cold. Don’t spend your time aimlessly poking and prodding; instead use this list to help identify the problem. Joined Apr 28, 2013 Messages 4. Ether can fire with weaker spark, which got About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright In conclusion, troubleshooting a 2-stroke outboard motor that won't start involves checking the basics, the fuel system, the ignition system, and the compression system. View All; Fishing Boat Seats; Offshore Boat Seats Hey guys i just tried to start my motor after a month or two and it did fire but then i got the biggest kick back ever!!!! Now when i try to pull the rope within two or three pulls it kicks back really hard. --checked fuel filter big motor has not problem, i have a 2 micron filter that is used for both Ask the experts on our Suzuki Outboard Forum for repair issues, diagnosing problems, links to diagrams, suggestions on buying parts and more. A compression test over about four pulls Outboard Motors Forum. And how to start a 2-stroke outboard motor is as important as ever. Thread starter deedledog; Start date Jan 24, 2004; D. 1. 1996 Johnson 115 60deg V4 hard to start. Let it sit for awhile do it again. it turns over fine and starts eventually and then it starts right up. 9's that have electric choke. Hard starting Honda 1999 90 hp BF90 It will be very hard to start unless you advance the throttle! Since you said that the motor starts and runs good when it is warmed up, I am assuming the motor in general runs oktherefore, these starting proceedures should get you going. jampg New member New member. Mar 28, 2019 Currently, the motor is starting fine (3 pulls), though the idle is a little rough (but wont turn off), don't know if it should bring it back to the dealer or not. Thread starter Matt South; Start date Jun 9, 2016; M. 5 Mercury OB motor that will not start. Hard start and stopping when idling 98 150 Merc. He did this with the engine running , hooked up to the lap top, etc. guyjg Gold Medal Contributor. This model has fuel pump which is sitting at the very top of the engine. geo010704 New member. You need to either rebuild your starter, or get another one. -----Perhaps spray some mixed fuel into the carburetor as a test. I was told to remove the bottem screws on the carbs and pump fresh gae throuth them. I found the motoer would cough once and a while at higher speed. Honda 1994 25 hp BF25A, Hard to start when cold. '79 Evinrude 9. Feb 21, 2016 Starter motors are designed for intermittent use not constantly cranking constant cranking will ruin them. Thread Mercury 15hp 4 stroke hard starting. -----The pressure comes from priming the bulb Re: HARD TO START after running for a while ---> NOT VAPOR LOCK. It helps to know what to look at. Cracks can develop in the motor and motor components when water is left in the system during the freezing temperatures of winter. Customer: my 2 stroke yamaha 50 hp is hard to start when cold and even after starting if I leave it setting 30 minutes I have to raise the cold start lever, very hard to start when cold ! 2008 mercury 50 hp 2 stroke outboard motor will not start. Sometimes I In this video we take a close look at the Yamaha cold start enrichment valve used on carbureted Four stroke outboards. To get enough burnable fuel to allow a cold I have an older, very worn Yamaha 15F that has always been hard to start when cold (when warm it normally starts first pull). once it starts it runs like it should and doesn't seam to have any issues. As the motor warms up, the needle in the bystarter closes the starting circuit valve. I have to put it in neutral and rev it a bit then it's good for another 5 to 10 minutes. With any luck and with the help of these common outboard starting fixes, you'll be able to identify and fix the issue in no time and save the day (as well as some money). My 1966 Johnson 6hp motor is hard to start, spent its life as an auxillary, not a lot of running time and no rust. if a two stroke can run its getting lubrication. Mercury 1F02201HK (2006) =Tohatsu MFS2. 2014 F90 on a g3 1860cc so it is a yamaha factory rig that Hard to start trick for my 2 cycle Johnson 90 HP - My motor has been hard to start in 2016 when cold. If I accidentally pump the gas it floods and is very hard to start. Cliff Xmas Recruit. Jun 25, 2012 #1 I purchased a new Mercury 8 hp motor (four stroke) and it takes about 15 pulls to start it when it's cold. 5 Intermittent Symptoms: difficult start most times, okay start sometimes, no start sometimes. My Yamaha F15SMHA outboard (manufactured 05/13) has always been difficult to start when cold or when it has not been run for a day or more. Every dewinterization process starts with the same basic idea: inspection. Hope Outboard Motors Forum. c. Good luck. I sprayed some lube inside and let it sit, then just continued to jerk on it with a rope until it became easier to pull start. Before having a mechanic take a closer look, first try the old method of tapping the starter motor lightly with a hammer before turning the key again. Inkerman New member. It acts like it's not getting enough fuel. Start by checking that the fuel tank is full of new fuel and the primer bulb goes firm when squeezing it to fill the carburettor. Mercury 60 HP Two Stroke Hard starting when warm? Thread starter mark123456; Start date Jun 23 , 2015; M. Happy boating! Turn Troubleshooting into Triumph with Getmyboat. Oct 23, 2009 #1 mercury 90 hp hard to start when cold Your engine has a primer in place of a choke and if the carbs a pumped up should fire in the first couple times over. Extremely hard to pull the start cord. Now, there’s still plenty of carbureted two-strokes in service. 8 Mercury 110 Hard to start I got I just purchased a Honda 5hp motor and its back in the shop. The issue only happens when I am on the lake, I cant reproduce it at home. Maybe you own Outboard Motors Forum. Go to this link and download the appropriate owner's manual for your outboard (you'll need its serial number). It should start. but when it gets hotter it goes. Even after learning how to start my engine (previous thread above) I've still had a problem or two. Do a quick visual inspection from the tank to the motor and then run your hand along the fuel hose. 0L carb'd engine, it doesn't start like the manual says. My factory idle (common issue back, 2006, 2007) was about 600, in gear, lower " This motor is very hard to s " This motor is very hard to start after it has been sitting for a while. 9 but not anymore, I got tired of the electric choke working crappy. Rwhite New member. 2004 Yamaha F150 4 stroke problems, hard start after warm, wondering idle, top end max 4800 rpm On the hard start when warm problem, the 04 and 05 F150s have a starting when warm problem that Yamaha put a bulletin and "fix" on, but only if the owner brought it in. Joined Sep 20, 2009 Outboard Motors Forum. 30hp johnson hard to start. Yamaha Outboard Forum . 70 hp Johnson cold start problem. Earlier in the week, I had started the motor a few times in the driveway (in a barrel of water) without issue. I DO agree that it would be a useful endeavor even if the bystarter is ultimately the Ask the experts on our Yamaha Outboard Forum for repair issues, diagnosing problems, links to diagrams, suggestions on buying parts and more. Still hard to start, an intermittent rough idle on the hose, surging when on the lake around cruising speed but runs good at full throttle. Thought current battery might be worn down, tried jump starting with a known good battery. The 70 HP Yamaha motor was running on the muff in the sellers driveway and seemed OK. 90 hp mercury hard to start. I went through mine doing all the I am experiencing a nerve racking problem on my 1998 90HP Johnson outboard. I've got the same motor and mine is hard to start (cold) too. Ignition system service. If the engine won’t crank over but you hear a clicking sound when you turn the ignition, the starter motor has failed. I am not sure if this is typical with the 2 bbl Mercarb, but it Outboard Motors Forum. PLHamp Recruit. Jason. Check out this list of 25 reasons why your boat motor won’t turn over or boat engine won’t start. Joined Feb 16, 2002 Messages 12. I think if I was having these problems in a small lake it would be one thing,but in the OCEAN. Warm engine: Pump fuel primer bulb up hard. 1998 Mercury 150 offshore, carbs. : 1966, 6HP Johnson Model "CD23E" Sea - Horse Motor. When I went to start the motor this time, I made sure to pull the cord as fast & hard as I possibly could. 8 that has been sitting for a long time, I replaced the water pump and its working great. com has god buys on Merc starters. The plugs are from this spring, I don't really know if they can go bad. The other runs fine once you get it started, but is very hard to start. because i have to pump the bulb as the motor is tuning over i feel like it is the fuel pump that Re: Johnson motor hard to start cold, starts great warm Hi DMT<br />Try this, pump your bulb firm, lift warm-up lever, push in on the key, while still pushing in turn it to start. Honda Outboard Forum . In some cases, the engine may crank slowly but still fails to start over. 1) pump the ball till hard 2) put gear in forward and give it throttle (gas) a few times 3) put it back in neutral 4) pump the ball again 5) pull the choke 6) pull the rope with your left hand and use right hand to give it as much throttle as you can. Does anybody have a suggestion as to why the motor is hard to start when cold? Tags: None. After letting it warm up it seemed to only run about half throttle, would not even plane the boat. Advance throttle as far forward as it will go while in nuetral. He said the motor had been running strong and based on the condition of the boat I think he takes care of his stuff. ekekutioner New member. 1983 Mercury 50 HP 4 cyl starting issues They all look good but a strange thing happens when I take a plug out and let it arc to metal on the motor, the motor wants to start and run. Engine Won't Crank or Cranks Slowly The one small issue I'm still having is it's hard to start, even Go. After that 2 cycle oil sprayed in the cylinders and cranked her around several Mercury & Mariner Outboards . Nov 13, 2016 #1 Bought it new in 2012, ran perfectly right out of the box, but a bit cranky to start, still runs perfectly, only know what the Tohatsu dealer told me about Tohatsu's. SHOP LOGIN; CREATE AN ACCOUNT Big Jon Honda 5hp Outboard Shop Outboards. Mercury 15hp 4 stroke hard starting. 9 4-stroke outboard motor. The boat is garaged and the battery is always maintained at full charge by recharging ever Yamaha & Suzuki Outboards. Hi all, Hi Spencer. Jan 12, 2011 #1 but then out of the blue engine became very hard to start when engine is cold. Ask the experts on our Yamaha Outboard Forum for repair issues, diagnosing problems, links to diagrams, suggestions on buying parts and more. J. I don't think there is any cold start injector on the motor. Thread starter royboy; Start date Mar 17, 2013; R. I tested and what a difference that made with the first turn of the key she fired right off. Mercury mariner 9. View All; Fishing Boat Seats; Offshore Boat Seats Hard start/no start when warm Re: Hard start/no start when warm but not because of carb, but lack of sufficient spark. I checked compression, it is fine. Motor turns over but will not start We ran it out of 2 cycle. Thread starter jampg; Start date Oct 16, 2016; J. brought it a marina and they installed a Yamaha fuel/water separating filter in the gas line but that has not made the motor start any easier Re: 1989 Mercury 25 hp hard cold starting According to the owners manual for my 1990 25hp EH model,you rotate the choke knob fully clockwise,pull choke knob out to prime engine,push choke knob in and try to start. one style is a style I have 60 degree looper. still no go. Once it does go (which takes tons of choke) it is Go. I've had this problem twice in the past and the mechanics cleaned the carb and it would work Outboard Motors Forum. My 1500 was the same way before I knew the "correct" starting procedure. -----On a 2002-115 HP there is an " enriching system "---This system injects fuel when there is pressure on the system. Big Jon Honda 5hp Outboard Shop Outboards. I did raise my remote control "lever" (the single flat piece on the top of my Johnson 90hp remote control box) up to I have a 40 hp 4 stroke which was difficult to start yesterday early morning . Df 115 hard starting Take a look at the dreaded steel plug just below the dipstick, my Df 140 started out with the same type problem. Sometimes several minutes until the I recently purchased a used 12-foot aluminum boat with a Yamaha 9. Compression check. Some users have also claimed that sometimes the motor starts after several tries but quickly Big Jon Honda 5hp Outboard Shop Outboards. This comes from my limited experience. Welcome to the forum. Thread starter doctor disaster; Start date Jul 25, 2013; D. The manual says, when cold, leave the throttle in neutral and crank. Another trick would be to install a pilot (aka idle mixture) jet that is just a tad larger than what the motor came with. Release the key once the motor fires. SHOP LOGIN; CREATE AN ACCOUNT the bottom of the motor. mercury 90 hp hard to start when cold. Don’t spend your time The carburetor on your model has an accelerator pump. jmpotter Recruit. Once the motor is warm, it starts on a dime. If it sets for a day I have to pump gas in the carbs with a oil can. Trust me, as a sailing camp counselor for a decade and as a twenty-year recreational sailor on both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, the last thing you want in either situation is to hop in your dingy and the outboard won’t start. That is the Mercruiser approved Yamaha outboard cranks but won’t start refers to when the Yamaha outboard engine crankshaft rotates but fails to start the engine. If this happens, first wait at least 5 minutes for some fuel to flow back into the tank and try starting the motor again. If it still won’t start, shift to neutral, hold the throttle open, and crank the engine. Thread starter waterdog 101; Start date Oct 23, 2009; W. So I guess the fuel gets there but not the spark. He said the motor had been running Re: Boat Hard To Start the First Time Even though I have Mercruiser's "Turn-Key Starting" feature on my 5. I have pushed the knob in and out a few extra times if the engine was stubborn to start. Dig out, via the serial number- the part number for the starter and take a look. Main Menu. " Outboards start like a car; just tilt them down and turn the key. Finally we will intentio There are many reasons that an outboard motor can be hard to start when it is cold. All Forum Categories Outboard Motor Repair Gas Inboard & Sterndrive Repair Diesel Inboard Repair Marine Transmission Repair Miscellaneous Engine Topics Boat & Systems Repair Popular Repair Topics . One of them starts and runs perfect. Don't fret - by following these common outboard problems and fixes you'll be able to identify and resolve the issue in no time. Jun 26, 2014 #1 3 cyl 1980s hp very hard to start cold. I have always had a really hard time starting this Mercury 4 stroke 6HP outboard. TownsendsFJR1300. Honda 50 hp has trouble starting cold that also has the enrichment system (no choke). Yamaha 130 Hard to Start. com/shop/omfishing#The video shows how the fuel air mixture is delivered from the carburet I have always had a really hard time starting this Mercury 4 stroke 6HP outboard. leave the shifter in nuetral and the trottle In this video we discuss why motors flood, we will disassemble a Mercury 6HP outboard carburetor and review what can cause flooding. 9 To ensure your outboard engine starts and keeps running take the time to learn outboard engine basics. Gas and diesel marine mechanic. He said he hadn't run the boat in over a year but had put stabilizer in the fuel. I also own Evinrudes that are 1988 as far back as 1953 and all start 2nd pull. Battery is new( AutoCraft M24-3 800 CCA) Bulb is firm, engine will crank for 5-10 seconds and battery Hello. Not enough gas and it is pretty slow to start. In any event, it Hard to start 2 + 2 Pump Primer Raise the fast idle lever (or press the Neutral button and move throttle arm past the shift and slightly into the throttle range) While holding the key IN to engage the enrichener, turn key to engage starter. You go to crank your outboard only to realize it won't start. Jeff It is still entirely too hard to pull start, and the service manual doesn't really address this problem. Jul 5, 2017 #1 First time using forum so please forgive me I have a 30HP johnson outboard model J30RERM, it has sat for a couple years are more, got it on the boat headed down to the boat ramp and 25 "I have a 2003 Mercury 15 hp 4 "I have a 2003 Mercury 15 hp 4 stroke tiller with "pull start". Home. When engine fires/starts, release the key. 9 hard to start. pvanv Yamaha & Suzuki Outboards . After it won't start - I drained the carbs and tried to start again and it started after 5 seconds of cranking. Trick to start a brand new Tohatsu EFI. I pulled With a relatively small four-stroke motor with a pull start, it can help to turn the engine gently a couple of times before starting; the choke is then likely to be needed for longer than a two-stroke – maybe 10-20 seconds. MOTOR HARD TO START AFTER RUNNING 2004 MERCURY 150 EFI WITH 465 HOURS. I have to be at WOT to get it to start and then in Shop . In the past, you had to learn how to start an outboard motor. Sometimes the motor will sound like it’s not even really trying to start; other times it’ll sound like it’s almost starting. If engine does not fire/start within 6 revolutions, push in key to activate fuel primer solenoid OR choke You’ll know the motor is flooded if it won’t start and you smell gas. Thread starter Ok, i still haven't gave up on this engine. Engine Won't Crank or Cranks Slowly Help support my channel by using the link. By following this guide, you should be able to diagnose and fix the problem, so you can get back on the water as quickly as possible. Trim tha motor ALL tha way in. Pushing key switch does nothing. It is also commonly used in Mercury O Re: 50 hp Force Outboard Won't Start Welcome to Iboats outboard_motor_illiterate. Thread starter Inkerman; Start date Apr 19, 2024; I. Next problem. By hard I mean nothing for 20 Re: Johnson motor hard to start cold, starts great warm Hi DMT<br />Try this, pump your bulb firm, lift warm-up lever, push in on the key, while still pushing in turn it to start. b. Hello, I purchased a very nice MKV boat a couple of weeks ago. This is called a clear-flood start. Re: 1971 Mercury 20hp hard to pull start If that motor hasnt run in over three years,I would get a can of seafoam spray some in the cylinders rotate the flywheel to get that seafoam circulated. Pumping the bulb on the port engine does NOT seem to make it start easier. Tohatsu 6HP 4 stroke hard starting. Boat Engine Parts Outboard motors archive 2000-2004 . Once started and warmed at fast idle for 5 minutes it runs like a dream all day and restarts reliably in 4 pulls with the throttle set at about 3/4. fivnuips mppghd qzlnq zpnck kkmyy ydez dbd cwc felr ebctiy