Johnson Ocean Runner 200 Problems
| Engine Model: Johnson Ocean Runner 200 |
| Engine Type: 2-stroke 6-cylinder gasoline outboard engine |
| Total Displacement: 220.5 cu.in (3.6 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 200 Hp (147 kW) at 5000 rpm |
| Fuel System: Electronic fuel injection (EFI) |
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| Engine hard to start or will not start |
Fuel tank is empty - Fill gasoline up.
Improper fuel grade - Change gasoline.
Dirty fuel system - Check and clean.
Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected - Inspect the spark plug wire connection, replace or repair.
Damaged spark plug - Change spark plug.
Plugged fuel filter - Replace or clean fuel filter.
Fuel lines are clogged - Fuel lines must be clean.
Low fuel pressure - Inspect fuel system for leaks or inspect low pressure fuel pump.
Low air pressure - Normalize air pressure.
Damaged electrical wire harness - Inspect harness connections.
Defective ignition system - Check ignition system components and change if necessary.
Fuel feed pump is faulty - Replace fuel feed pump.
Fuel injector is clogged or malfunction - Clean or replace as required.
Electronic control modul failure - Change electronic control modul.
Reed valve is defective or worn - Install new reed valve.
| Engine stops after starting |
Faulty spark plug - Change spark plug.
Faulty ignition coil - Change ignition coil as required.
Pulse pump failure - Change fuel pump.
Fuel system is clogged - Clean fuel system.
Clogged fuel filter - Replace fuel filter.
| Engine runs intermittently |
Ignition failure - Check ignition and replace faulty components.
Spark plug is damaged - Replace spark plug.
Fuel pump is defective or dirty - Service or replace fuel pump.
Low air pressure - Inspect air system for leaks.
Dirty fuel lines - Clean fuel system lines.
Dirty fuel filter - Fuel filter needs changing.
Direct injector is damaged - Replace as required.
Engine is running overloaded - Reduce load.
Ignition timing is incorrect - Set the ignition timing correctly.
Thermostat is faulty - Replace thermostat.
Faulty water pump - Water pump need to be replaced.
Incorrect propeller selection - Replace propeller.
Damaged or bent propeller - Replace propeller.
Outboard motor is mounted too high or too low - Position the engine correctly.
Low octane fuel - Change gasoline.
Engine is overloaded - Reduce engine load.
Wrong adjustment of low idle speed - Adjust as required.
Dirty or defective fuel pump - Test fuel pump and change if necessary.
Main bearings or crankshaft are worn out - Repair or replace defective parts.
Damaged cylinder bore or piston rings - Change defective parts.
Fuel pump is faulty or clogged - Clean or change fuel pump.
Ignition system is defective - Inspect ignition system and change faulty parts.
Faulty powerhead parts - Replace defective components.
Low fuel pressure - Check low pressure fuel pump or check system for fuel leaks.
Air pressure is low - Normalize air pressure.
Compression is insufficient - Normalize compression.
Fuel supply problem - Check fuel system.
Fuel regulator is leaking - Repair leaks.
Fuel filter is dirty - Replace or clean fuel filter.
Clogged or worn fuel injector - Replace or clean as required.
Manifold fuel leak - Repair leaks.
Improper propeller diameter or pitch - Replace propeller.
Propeller bent or damaged - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Motor mounted at incorrect height on transom - Adjust the outboard motor height correctly.
Improper trim angle - Adjust trim angle correctly.
| Excessive fuel consumption |
Loose or defective spark plug - Tighten or change the spark plug.
Worn sleeve, rings, or piston - Replace defective parts as required.
Engine overload - Reduce load.
Clogged or damaged fuel injectors - Test fuel injectors and replace if necessary.
| Excessive motor vibration |
Damaged or improper size of propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Damaged propeller shaft - Replace propeller shaft.
Weeds wraped around propeller - Clean the propeller.
Motor mounting bolt is loose - Tighten the bolt as required.
Steering pivot is faulty or loose - Tighten or replace.
Damaged or improper size of propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Propeller shaft damaged - Replace propeller shaft.
Weeds wraped around propeller - Clean the propeller.
Engine mounting bolt is not tightened - Tighten bolt.
| Trim motor is running but trim system cannot move up or down |
Oil insufficient - Checking oil level and add if necessary.
Pump assembly is damaged - Test pump and replace if necessary.
Manual shut-off valve leaks - Close the valve or change it.
Pump driveshaft or motor damaged - Change defective component.
| Trim cannot be fully up or down |
Damaged pump assembly - Change pump as required.
Tilt ram piston ball is in wrong position - Service or repair.
Worn tilt ram piston O-ring - Change O-ring.
Not enough oil - Fill up oil.
Lower check valve not seating in port side trim ram - Secure valve properly.
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