Yamaha FT60GET Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Yamaha FT60GET |
| Engine Type: 4-stroke inline 4-cylinder SOHC 8-valve gasoline outboard engine |
| Total Displacement: 60.8 cu.in (996 cc) |
| Rated Engine Power: 60 Hp (44.1 kW) at 5500 rpm |
| Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) |
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| Engine starts up hard or will not start |
No gasoline in tank - Fill it up.
Improper fuel grade - Use quality fuel.
Clogged fuel system - Remove clogging.
Damaged spark plug wiring connection - Inspect spark plug wiring connection, change or repair.
Faulty spark plug - Replace spark plug.
Fuel filter is dirty - Fuel filter needs changing.
Worn or defective vapor separator needle valve - Install new needle valve.
Fuel lines are dirty - Fuel lines must be clean.
Closed or restricted fuel tank air vent - Open or clean air vent.
Fuel feed pump malfunction - Repair or change fuel feed pump.
Unadjusted or worn throttle cable - Adjust correctly or change the cable.
Valve clearance is not correct - Check and adjust.
Valve timing is wrong - Set the valve timing correctly.
Fuel pressure is low - Inspect fuel system for leaks or inspect low pressure fuel pump.
Fuel injector is dirty or worn - Replace or clean if necessary.
Fuel regulator malfunction - Replace fuel regulator.
ECM is not functioning - Change electronic control modul.
| Engine stops after starting |
Spark plug is damaged - Replace spark plug.
Damaged or wear vapor separator needle valve - Replace needle valve.
Defective ignition coil - Ignition coil must be replaced.
Fuel tank air vent restricted or closed - Open or service air vent.
Faulty fuel pump - Change or rebuild fuel pump.
Choke system is damaged - Change choke system components as required.
Valve clearance is improper - Check and adjust.
Incorrect valve timing - Adjust valve timing as required.
Damaged or weak valve springs - Install new valve springs.
Valves are stuck - Valves must be cleaned.
Weak cylinder compression - Check and replace worn parts.
Plugged fuel filter - Fuel filter needs changing.
Fuel injector is faulty or clogged - Replace or clean if necessary.
Engine oil level is insufficient - Fill up the engine oil.
Oil pump malfunction - Change oil pump.
Water intake screen is dirty - Need to wash or clean.
Damaged thermostat - Thermostat need to be replaced.
Water pump malfunction - Change water pump as required.
| Engine runs intermittently |
Defective ignition - Inspect ignition system and change failed components.
Dirty or defective fuel pump - Clean or install new fuel pump.
Damaged or wear vapor separator needle valve - Replace needle valve.
Clogged fuel lines - Fuel lines must be clean.
Fuel tank air vent restricted or closed - Open or service air vent.
Fuel filter is clogged - Replace or clean fuel filter.
Intake manifold air leaks - Install new gasket.
Water intake screen is dirty - Need to wash or clean.
Throttle valve and throttle link are damaged or worn - Replace faulty parts.
Fuel injector is dirty or worn - Replace or clean if necessary.
Engine is under excessive load - Reduce load.
Fuel injector or fuel pump is clogged - Replace or clean if necessary.
Incorrect ignition timing - Adjust ignition timing as required.
Thermostat is faulty - Change thermostat as required.
Water pump malfunction - Change water pump.
Propeller pitch or diameter incorrect - Install correct propeller.
Damaged or improper size of propeller - Replace propeller.
Outboard engine is mounted too high or too low - Mount the motor as required.
Low engine oil level - Fill the crankcase with engine oil.
Damaged oil pump - Replace oil pump.
Water intake screen is dirty - Need to clean or wash.
Incorrect valve setting - Valves needs to be adjusted properly.
Low octane fuel - Use correct gasoline.
Engine is under excessive load - Load reducing required.
Low idle speed setting is not correct - Adjust as required.
Fuel pump is faulty or clogged - Check fuel pump and replace if necessary.
Worn crankshaft or main bearings - Replace crankshaft or bearings.
Damaged cylinder bore or piston rings - Replace defective components.
Fuel lines clogging - Service fuel lines.
Fuel injector malfunction - Change fuel injector.
Fuel pump is defective or dirty - Check fuel pump and replace if necessary.
Defective ignition - Test ignition and replace failed parts.
Cylinder head gasket is defective - Cylinder-head gasket replacement required.
Powerhead parts are damaged - Change defective parts.
Stuck or burned valves - Change or service valves.
Improper propeller diameter or pitch - Install correct propeller.
Damaged or improper size of propeller - 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.
| Engine using too much gasoline |
Fuel injector is faulty or clogged - Replace or clean if necessary.
Spark plug is loose or faulty - Re-tighten or replace spark plug.
Sleeve, piston, or rings are damaged - Replace defective components as required.
ECU is faulty - Replace ECU.
| Motor vibrates excessively |
Propeller bent or damaged - Replace propeller.
Propeller shaft damaged - Replace propeller shaft.
Weeds in the propeller - Remove and clean propeller.
Motor mounting bolt is loose - Tighten bolt.
Damaged or loose steering pivot Tighten correctly or replace.
Battery power is low - Battery is drained, recharge it.
Battery will not hold charge - Service or replace the battery.
Corroded battery terminals or disconnected wires - Check wiring and clean or replace terminals.
Defective starter motor - Repair or change starter.
| Trim motor is running but trim system cannot move up or down |
Oil insufficient - Fill up oil.
Pump assembly is defective - Check pump and change if required.
Leakage of manual release valve - Valve need to be closed or changed.
Motor or pump driveshaft faulty - Change worn component.
| Trim cannot be fully up or down |
Pump assembly is faulty - Change pump.
Tilt ram piston ball is in wrong position - Clean or repair.
Tilt ram piston O-ring damaged - Replace O-ring.
Oil insufficient - Fill up oil to required level.
Lower check valve not seating in port side trim ram - Secure valve properly.
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