Evinrude FICHT 115 Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Evinrude FICHT 115 |
| Engine Type: 2-stroke 4-cylinder gasoline outboard engine |
| Total Displacement: 105.2 cu.in (1.73 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 115 Hp (85 kW) at 5500 rpm |
| Fuel System: FICHT direct fuel injection |
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| Engine starts hard or will not start |
Empty gas tank - Add fuel.
Low-quality gasoline - Change gasoline.
Air trapped in fuel system - Bleed air.
Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected - Check spark plug wiring connection, repair or change.
Spark plug is faulty - Change spark plug as required.
Plugged fuel filter - Change fuel filter.
Fuel lines are dirty - Clean fuel system lines.
Low fuel pressure - Inspect fuel system for leaks or inspect low pressure fuel pump.
Low air pressure - Check air system components.
Damaged wiring harness connections - Check electrical wire harness connections.
Ignition system failure - Change defective parts.
Defective fuel feed pump - Change fuel feed pump.
Fuel injector is damaged or dirty - Clean or replace as required.
Electronic control modul failure - Install new ECM.
Reed valve is worn or damaged - Replace reed valve as required.
| Engine starts and then shuts off |
Spark plug is damaged - Spark plug need to be replaced.
Ignition coil is not working - Install a new ignition coil.
Pulse pump failure - Change fuel pump as required.
Fuel system is clogged - Service fuel system.
Dirty fuel filter - Filter needs to be replaced.
Ignition system is defective - Inspect ignition system and change failed components.
Spark plug is faulty - Install new spark plug.
Clogged or damaged fuel pump - Clean or replace fuel pump.
Low air pressure - Check air system components.
Restricted fuel lines - Fuel lines need to be cleaned.
Plugged fuel filter - Install new filter.
Direct injector is defective - Install new injector.
Engine overload - Load reducing required.
Incorrect ignition timing - Adjust ignition timing as required.
Faulty thermostat - Thermostat need to be replaced.
Damaged water pump - Change water pump.
Improper propeller diameter or pitch - Replace propeller.
Damaged or bent propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Outboard motor is positioned too low or too high - Position the engine correctly.
Stale fuel - Use proper fuel.
Engine is overloaded - Load reducing required.
Low idle speed setting is incorrect - Adjust the low idle speed.
Fuel pump is defective or dirty - Clean or install new fuel pump.
Main bearings or crankshaft wear - Have bearings or crankshaft replaced.
Cylinder bore or piston rings are damaged - Replace faulty parts.
Fuel pump is faulty or clogged - Clean or change fuel pump.
Ignition failure - Check ignition system and replace faulty parts.
Worn powerhead parts - Change defective components.
Low fuel pressure - Inspect low pressure fuel pump or inspect fuel system for leaks.
Low air pressure - Normalize air pressure.
Bad compression - Normalize compression.
Fuel delivery problem - Check and repair.
Fuel regulator leaks - Repair leaks.
Dirty fuel filter - Install new filter.
Fuel injector is dirty or worn - Clean or replace if necessary.
Manifold is leaking - Leak must be repaired.
Incorrect propeller selection - Replace propeller.
Damaged or bent propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Motor mounted at incorrect height on transom - Check the outboard engine mounting height.
Incorrect trim angle - Adjust trim angle correctly.
Spark plug is faulty or loose - Tighten or replace spark plug.
Worn sleeve, piston, or rings - Replace faulty components.
Engine is overloaded - Reduce engine load.
Fuel injectors are faulty or clogged - Test fuel injectors and replace if necessary.
Damaged or bent propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Propeller shaft malfunction - Have propeller shaft replaced.
Weeds wraped around propeller - Remove weeds from propeller.
Engine mounting bolt is not tightened - Tighten bolt.
Steering pivot is faulty or loose - Tighten correctly or replace.
Damaged or bent propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Propeller shaft damaged - Propeller shaft needs to be replaced.
Weeds wraped around propeller - Remove and clean propeller.
Engine mounting bolt is not tightened - Tighten bolt.
| Trim motor is running but trim system cannot move up or down |
Oil insufficient - Need to add the oil.
Defective pump assembly - Check pump and change if required.
Leakage of manual drain valve - Close the valve or change it.
Faulty pump driveshaft or motor - Change worn component.
| Trim does not fully up or down |
Defective pump assembly - Change pump.
Tilt ram piston ball is displaced - Clean or repair.
Tilt ram piston O-ring damaged - Replace O-ring.
Not enough oil - Fill up oil to required level.
Lower check valve is not properly secured in port side trim ram - Secure valve properly.
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