Evinrude E-TEC G2 140 Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Evinrude E-TEC G2 140 |
| Engine Type: 2-stroke inline 3-cylinder gasoline outboard engine |
| Total Displacement: 114 cu.in (1.9 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 140 Hp (104 kW) at 5500 rpm |
| Fuel System: Direct fuel injection (DFI) |
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| Engine doesn't start or difficult to start |
Fuel tank is empty - Fill gasoline up.
Improper fuel grade - Change fuel.
Dirty fuel system - Check and clean.
Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected - Inspect spark plug wiring connection, change or repair.
Damaged spark plug - Change spark plug.
Clogged fuel filter - Replace fuel filter.
Fuel lines clogging - Fuel lines need to be cleaned.
Low fuel pressure - Check system for fuel leaks or check low pressure fuel pump.
Low air pressure - Check air system components.
Wiring harness connections are damaged - Check wiring harness connections.
Ignition system malfunction - Check ignition components and replace if necessary.
Defective fuel feed pump - Change fuel feed pump.
Clogged or worn fuel injector - Replace or clean as required.
ECM is not functioning - Install new ECM.
Worn or faulty reed valve - Replace reed valve.
| Engine starts and stops immediately |
Defective spark plug - Spark plug need to be replaced.
Damaged ignition coil - Replace ignition coil as necessary.
Pulse pump failure - Change fuel pump as required.
Restrictions in fuel system - Fuel system need to be cleaned.
Clogged fuel filter - Filter needs to be replaced.
Ignition system problems - Check ignition and replace faulty components.
Damaged spark plug - Spark plug need to be replaced.
Fuel pump is damaged or dirty - Test fuel pump and change if necessary.
Low air pressure - Normalize air pressure.
Fuel lines are dirty - Fuel lines need to be cleaned.
Fuel filter is plugged - Replace fuel filter.
Direct injector is damaged - Install new injector.
Engine is overloaded - Reduce the load.
Wrong ignition timing - Set the ignition timing correctly.
Defective thermostat - Change thermostat as required.
Water pump is defective - Install new water pump.
Propeller selection improperly - Replace propeller.
Propeller bent or damaged - Replace propeller.
Outboard engine is positioned too low or too high - Position the engine correctly.
| Abnormal engine knocking or noise |
Stale gasoline - Use proper gasoline.
Excessive engine load - Load reducing is recommended.
Incorrectly set low idle speed - Adjust idle speed.
Fuel pump is faulty or clogged - Check fuel pump and replace if necessary.
Main bearings or crankshaft wear - Need to install new components.
Cylinder bore or piston rings are worn - Change faulty components.
Dirty or damaged fuel pump - Inspect fuel pump and change as required.
Ignition system failure - Inspect ignition system and change failed components.
Powerhead components are damaged - Replace defective components.
Low fuel pressure - Check system for fuel leaks or check low pressure fuel pump.
Air pressure is low - Normalize air pressure.
Compression is insufficient - Correct it.
Fuel delivery problem - Check and repair.
Fuel regulator is leaking - Repair leaks.
Plugged fuel filter - Change fuel filter.
Dirty or faulty fuel injector - Clean or replace if necessary.
Manifold fuel leak - Repair leaks.
Incorrect propeller selection - Check the propeller size.
Propeller bent or damaged - Replace propeller.
Engine mounted at wrong transom height - Adjust the engine to correct transom height.
Incorrect trim angle - Adjust trim angle.
| Engine using too much gasoline |
Faulty or loose spark plug - Re-tighten or change the spark plug.
Piston, sleeve, or rings are damaged - Change defective components.
Engine is overloaded - Load reducing is recommended.
Dirty or defective fuel injectors - Clean or change fuel injectors.
| Excessive motor vibration |
Damaged or bent propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Propeller shaft malfunction - Have propeller shaft replaced.
Weeds wraped around propeller - Remove and clean propeller.
Motor mounting bolt is loose - Tighten bolt.
Damaged or loose steering pivot - Tighten or replace.
Damaged or bent propeller - Replace propeller.
Propeller shaft malfunction - Propeller shaft needs to be replaced.
Weeds wraped around propeller - Clean the propeller.
Motor mounting bolt is loose - Tighten bolt.
| Trim motor is running but trim system cannot move up or down |
Oil insufficient - Fill up oil to required level.
Pump assembly is faulty - Inspect pump and change as required.
Leakage of manual drain valve - Close the valve fully or replace it.
Faulty pump driveshaft or motor - Change worn component.
| Trim cannot be fully up or down |
Damaged pump assembly - Replace pump.
Tilt ram piston ball is displaced - Service or repair.
Tilt ram piston O-ring damaged - Install new O-ring.
Low oil level - Check oil level and add oil as required.
Lower check valve is not properly secured in port side trim ram - Secure valve properly.
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