2013 Chaparral SSX Owner’s Manual
Chaparral Boats, Inc.
Nashville, GA
chaparralboats.com
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PROBLEM
CAUSE
SOLUTION
Engine cranks but will not start (Fuel System)
cont.
5. Clogged fuel fi lter
6. No fuel reaching fuel intake system
(providing all fuel valves are open)
7. Engine fl ooded
8. Contaminated fuel
9. Spark plug(s) fouled or broken
10. Distributor broken, wet, cracked, or dirty
5. Check and replace fuel fi lter.
6. Check fuel pump, fuel pump fi lter, and fuel
tank line for cracked fl anges or restricted
fi ttings.
7. Do not attempt to start engine for at least
5 minutes. For hot engine, fully advance
throtle, (make sure throttle lever is in
neutral) and crank engine.
8. Inspect for water or other contaminants in
fuel. If contaminated, drain tank and fl ush
with fresh fuel.
9. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
10. If wet or dirty, wipe with cloth and
cleaning solvent. Inspect cap for cracks,
carbonized paths (inside and out), replace
cap as required.
Low cranking speed
1. Loose or dirty electrical connections or
damaged wiring
2. Bad battery
3. Engine oil too heavy for prevailing
temperatures
1. Check all related electrical connections
and wires.
2. Test battery (See Engine Owner/Service
Manual).
3. Drain oil and refi ll with correct grade and
viscosity of oil (See Engine Owner/Service
Manual).
Starter will not crank engines
1. Discharged battery
2. Corroded battery cables
3. Loose connection in starting circuit
4. Defective starter switch
5. Starter motor brushes dirty
6. Jammed “starter drive”
1. Charge battery.
2. Clean battery terminals.
3. Check and tighten all connections.
4. Replace switch.
5. Clean or replace brushes.
6. Loosen starter motor, then free stuck gear.
Poor acceleration
1. Fuel injector(s)
2. Throttle not fully open
1. Clean or replace.
2. Inspect cable and linkages for binding,
obstructions, or loose fasteners.
