Evinrude 60 ETEC Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Evinrude E-TEC 60 |
| Engine Type: 2-stroke 2-cylinder gasoline outboard engine |
| Total Displacement: 52.7 cu.in (863 cc) |
| Rated Engine Power: 60 Hp (44.7 kW) at 5750 rpm |
| Fuel System: Direct fuel injection (DFI) |
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| Engine starts up hard or won't start |
Empty fuel tank - Fill it up.
Low-quality gasoline - Use quality gasoline.
There is air in the fuel system - Bleed the system.
Spark plug wire connection are damaged - Inspect the spark plug wire connection, replace or repair.
Damaged spark plug - Install new spark plug.
Plugged fuel filter - Replace or clean fuel filter.
Fuel lines are clogged - Clean fuel lines.
Fuel pressure is low - Check low pressure fuel pump or check system for fuel leaks.
Air pressure is low - Normalize air pressure.
Bad harness connections - Inspect harness connections.
Defective ignition system - Replace defective components.
Defective fuel feed pump - Change fuel feed pump as required.
Fuel injector is dirty or worn - Replace or clean if necessary.
ECM failure - Change electronic control modul.
Worn or defective reed valve - Replace reed valve as required.
| Engine starts but stops suddenly |
Faulty spark plug - Install new spark plug.
Ignition coil is not working - Ignition coil should be replaced.
Pulse pump is defective - Fuel pump need to be replaced.
Fuel system is dirty - Fuel system need to be cleaned.
Fuel filter is plugged - Change fuel filter.
Defective ignition system - Inspect ignition system and change failed components.
Damaged spark plug - Replace spark plug.
Clogged or defective fuel pump - Check fuel pump and change if required.
Air pressure is low - Normalize air pressure.
Clogged fuel lines - Clean fuel system lines.
Fuel filter is dirty - Install new filter.
Direct injector is faulty - Replace as required.
Engine is overloaded - Reduce engine load.
Incorrect ignition timing - Set the ignition timing correctly.
Thermostat failure - Install new thermostat.
Faulty water pump - Install new water pump.
Incorrect propeller selection - Check the propeller size.
Propeller bent or damaged - Replace propeller.
Outboard engine is mounted too high or too low - Position the engine correctly.
Stale gasoline - Change fuel.
Engine is running overloaded - Load reducing is recommended.
Incorrectly set low idle speed - Adjust as required.
Fuel pump is dirty or defective - Service or change fuel pump.
Crankshaft or main bearings wear - Need to install new components.
Cylinder bore or piston rings are worn - Change faulty components.
Clogged or defective fuel pump - Check fuel pump and change if required.
Ignition failure - Check ignition and replace faulty components.
Faulty powerhead parts - Replace defective components as required.
Low fuel pressure - Check low pressure fuel pump or check system for fuel leaks.
Air pressure is low - Normalize air pressure.
Low compression - Normalize compression.
Fuel supply problem - Check and repair.
Fuel regulator leaks - Repair leaks.
Plugged fuel filter - Fuel filter needs changing.
Fuel injector is clogged or malfunction - Replace or clean if necessary.
Manifold fuel leak - Repair leaks.
Propeller selection improperly - Check the propeller size.
Damaged or bent propeller - Replace propeller.
Motor mounted at incorrect height on transom - Adjust the engine to correct transom height.
Trim angle is incorrect - Make the correct trim angle adjustment.
Faulty or loose spark plug - Change or re-tighten spark plug.
Worn sleeve, piston, or rings - Replace defective parts.
Engine is running overloaded - Reduce load.
Fuel injectors are damaged or dirty - Inspect fuel injectors and change as required.
| Excessive motor vibration |
Damaged or bent propeller - Replace propeller.
Propeller shaft damaged - Replace propeller shaft.
Weeds in the propeller - Clean the propeller.
Engine mounting bolt is not tightened - Tighten the bolt as required.
Loose or faulty steering pivot - Tighten or replace.
| Starter motor is not working |
Damaged or bent propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Damaged propeller shaft - Replace propeller shaft.
Weeds in the propeller - Remove weeds from propeller.
Engine mounting bolt is not tightened - Tighten the bolt as required.
| Trim motor is running but trim system cannot move up or down |
Oil insufficient - Fill up oil.
Pump assembly is defective - Inspect pump and change as required.
Leakage of manual release valve - Valve need to be closed or changed.
Pump driveshaft or motor damaged - Replace defective component.
| Trim does not fully up or down |
Pump assembly faulty - Change pump.
Tilt ram piston ball is in wrong position - Clean or repair.
Damaged tilt ram piston O-ring - Change O-ring.
Not enough oil - Need to add the oil.
Lower check valve is not properly secured in port side trim ram - Install valve correctly.
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