Evinrude Ficht 135 Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Evinrude Ficht 135 |
| Engine Type: 2-stroke 6-cylinder gasoline outboard engine |
| Total Displacement: 158 cu.in (2.6 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 135 Hp (100 kW) at 5250 rpm |
| Fuel System: Direct fuel injection (DFI) |
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| Engine doesn't start or hard to start |
Empty gas tank - Fill gasoline up.
Incorrect fuel grade - Use quality gasoline.
Air trapped in fuel system - Bleed air.
Loose or disconnected spark plug wire - Inspect the spark plug wire connection, replace or repair.
Defective spark plug - Change spark plug.
Fuel filter is dirty - Fuel filter needs changing.
Dirty fuel lines - Fuel lines need to be cleaned.
Fuel pressure is low - Inspect fuel system for leaks or inspect low pressure fuel pump.
Air pressure is low - Normalize air pressure.
Damaged electrical wire harness - Check wiring harness connections.
Defective ignition system - Change defective parts.
Fuel feed pump is faulty - Replace fuel feed pump.
Fuel injector is damaged or dirty - Clean or replace as required.
ECM is not functioning - Install new ECM.
Worn or defective reed valve - Replace reed valve as required.
| Engine starts but immediately shuts off |
Spark plug is damaged - Spark plug need to be replaced.
Faulty ignition coil - Replace ignition coil as necessary.
Faulty fuel pump - Change fuel pump.
Fuel system is dirty - Service fuel system.
Fuel filter is clogged - Install new filter.
Ignition system malfunction - Inspect ignition system and change failed components.
Damaged spark plug - Install new spark plug.
Fuel pump is defective or dirty - Service or replace fuel pump.
Low air pressure - Normalize air pressure.
Fuel lines are dirty - Fuel lines must be clean.
Fuel filter is dirty - Fuel filter needs changing.
Direct injector is damaged - Replace if necessary.
Engine overload - Reduce engine load.
Bad ignition timing - Set the ignition timing properly.
Damaged thermostat - Install new thermostat.
Damaged water pump - Install new water pump.
Propeller pitch or diameter incorrect - Replace propeller.
Damaged or bent propeller - Replace propeller.
Outboard motor is positioned too low or too high - Position the engine correctly.
| Abnormal engine knocking or noise |
Stale or low octane fuel - Use proper fuel.
Engine is overloaded - Reduce the load.
Low idle speed adjustment is incorrect - Adjustment required.
Clogged or damaged fuel pump - Clean or replace fuel pump.
Main bearings or crankshaft wear - Need to install new components.
Piston rings or cylinder bore are damaged - Replace faulty parts.
Fuel pump is defective or dirty - Check fuel pump and replace if necessary.
Ignition failure - Inspect ignition system and change failed components.
Powerhead parts are damaged - Replace defective components as required.
Fuel pressure is low - Check low pressure fuel pump or check system for fuel leaks.
Air pressure is low - Check air system components.
Bad compression - Correct it.
Fuel supply problem - Check fuel system.
Fuel regulator is leaking - Repair leaks.
Clogged fuel filter - Install new filter.
Damaged or clogged fuel injector - Clean or install new injector.
Manifold fuel leak - Leak must be repaired.
Propeller selection improperly - Install correct propeller.
Propeller bent or damaged - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Outboard motor mounting height is set incorrectly - Adjust the outboard motor height correctly.
Incorrect trim angle - Adjust trim angle correctly.
Defective or loose spark plug - Re-tighten or replace spark plug.
Rings, sleeve, or piston are damaged - Change faulty parts.
Engine overload - Load reducing is recommended.
Dirty or defective fuel injectors - Service or replace fuel injectors.
| Excessive motor vibration |
Damaged or bent propeller - Replace propeller.
Damaged propeller shaft - Propeller shaft needs to be replaced.
Weeds clogs the propeller - Remove weeds from propeller.
Engine mounting bolt is not tightened - Tighten the bolt as required.
Damaged or loose steering pivot - Tighten correctly or replace.
Damaged or improper size of propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Damaged propeller shaft - Have propeller shaft replaced.
Weeds clogs the propeller - Clean the propeller.
Motor mounting bolt is loose - Tighten bolt.
| Trim motor is running but trim system cannot move up or down |
Oil level low - Fill up oil to required level.
Pump assembly is faulty - Check pump and change if required.
Manual shut-off valve leaks - Close the valve or change it.
Pump driveshaft or motor damaged - Replace worn component.
| Trim cannot be fully up or down |
Pump assembly faulty - Change pump.
Tilt ram piston ball is in wrong position - Clean or repair.
Tilt ram piston O-ring damaged - Replace O-ring.
Oil level is low - Checking oil level and add if necessary.
Lower check valve not seating in port side trim ram - Install valve correctly.
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