PCM 2007 5.0L MPI, Owner'S Operation And Maintenance Manual

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L510010-07A
TROUBLESHOOTING - 14
Malfunction Possible Cause Corrective Action
Transmission slipping - Low oil level Add specifi ed oil. Check the
erratic operation transmission for leaks.
Transmission overfi lled causing Drain required amount of oil.
oil aeration
Transmission shift lever not fully Adjust the shift linkage and remote
engaged control. Check the shift cables for
freedom of movement and
binding.
Contaminated fl uid Determine and correct the
contamination source and change
the fl uid.
Engine misses, runs rough Ignition system malfunction Contact PCM Engines Dealer.
and/or backfi res
Plugged fuel fi lters Replace the fuel fi lters.
Faulty fuel pump. Have fuel pump replaced by a
PCM Engines Dealer/
Plugged or kinked fuel lines or Repair or replace the fuel lines.
fuel tank vent Remove obstruction.
Anti-siphon valve faulty Clean or replace as necessary.
Flame arrestor dirty Clean the fl ame arrestor.
Poor engine or boat Ignition malfunction Contact PCM Engines Dealer.
performance
Throttle not fully open Check the remote control and
throttle body linkage for freedom
of movement and proper adjustment.
Damaged or improper propeller Repair or replace as necessary.
Excessive water in the bilge Pump the water out and investigate
source of entry.
Excessive growth on the boat Clean the bottom and paint with an
bottom anti-fouling paint.
Boat overloaded Reduce and/or redistribute the load.
Dirty fl ame arrestor Clean the fl ame arrestor.
Engine overheating Repair the cooling system (See
“Engine Overheats”).