Volvo Penta 21182210, Operator'S Manual

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Engine Overheats
Check:
● Drive water intakes blocked. Tilt the drive up and look for obstructions to the water intakes (e.g., seaweed,
plastic bags, etc.).
● Check cap on running engine flush port to ensure it is securely in place.
● Raw water pump impeller damaged or blocked. For additional information, see
Maintenance: Impeller:
Checking & Replacing . Do not do this unless you have tools and parts on hand.
● Supply pump, circulating pump, and belt(s).
● Thermostat.
● Sending unit operation and wiring circuit.
● Water supply hoses (loose clamps or holes in hoses).
● Air leaks on suction side of supply pump.
● Water leaks on pressure side of supply pump.
● If equipped with a heat exchanger, check to be sure that it is free of debris.
● Call for assistance or see Volvo Penta authorized dealer.
Engine Dies Out
● Refer to the section entitled Engine Protection Mode .
Loss of Fuel or Out of Fuel – Check:
● Fuel level in tank.
● Water or debris in fuel.
● Plugged fuel filter.
● Fuel pickup tube and screen blockage.
● Fuel tank vent blockage.
● Air leak on suction side of fuel system.
● Fuel leak on pressure side of fuel system.
DANGER!
Be extremely careful around fuel leaks. Never expose fuel or fuel vapors to sources which could cause
ignition, resulting in a fire or explosion.
● Fuel pump operational.
● Call for assistance or see Volvo Penta authorized dealer.
Loss Of Ignition – Check:
● Spark plug wires.
● Ignition switch wires.
● Circuit breakers and relays.
● Wiring between engine and dash.
● Call for assistance or see Volvo Penta authorized dealer.
Engine Stops Or Dies Out Due To Seizure – Check:
● Call for assistance or see Volvo Penta authorized dealer.
Troubleshooting
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