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TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER STARTING
ENGINE OVERHEATS
Possible Cause
Correction
Spark plugs faulty, fouled, or improperly gapped.
Gap or replace spark plugs (p. 70).
Fuel system malfunction, fuel pump failure, ignition
malfunction, etc.
Take outboard motor to an authorized Honda Marine
dealer, or refer to the shop manual.
Possible Cause
Correction
Water intake screens clogged.
Clean water intake screens.
Faulty thermostat or water pump.
Take outboard motor to an authorized Honda Marine
dealer, or refer to the shop manual.
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