Owner's Manual

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
HARD STARTING OR STALLS
(continued)
AFTER STARTING
Possible Cause
3. Remove and inspect spark plugs.
Spark plugs faulty, fouled or
improperly gapped.
4. Take outboard motor to an
Fuel system malfunction, fuel
authorized Honda Marine dealer,
etc.
or refer to the shop manual.
pump failure, ignition malfunction,
Correction
Clean, gap or replace spark plugs
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Replace or repair faulty
components as necessary.
. ENGINE OVERHEATS
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Possible Cause
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Correction
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1. Check water intake screens. 1 Water intake screens clogged. 1 Clean water intake screens. I
2. Take outboard motor to an
Replace or repair faulty Faulty thermostat or water pump.
authorized Honda Marine dealer,
or refer to the shop manual.
components as necessary.
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