Diagnostic
Engine malfunction due to deteriorated oil
Cause: Engine oil becomes less efficient as a lubricant due to water or fuel contamination from low-RPM or short-run operation cycles
Diagnostic
Cause: Engine oil becomes less efficient as a lubricant due to water or fuel contamination from low-RPM or short-run operation cycles
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Ask Boat Guru about thisSpec · 3,000 rpm conditions={"note":"Running below 3,000 rpm for more than 30% of operating time leads to water condensation and unburned fuel mixing with engine oil"}
Procedure · 1. If the oil appears milky or the oil level has increased on the dipstick, change the engine oil immediately to prevent engine malfunction.
Spec · 30 seconds conditions={"trigger":"Engine restarted after low oil pressure event with oil at recommended level"}
Procedure · 1. Note that the oil pressure indicator has gone off and the buzzer has sounded — the engine protection system is now limiting engine speed. WARNING: Do not ignore this warning. Continued operation with low oil pressu...
Diagnostic · Cause: Operating engine with oil level below LOWER LIMIT mark on dipstick Test: Remove dipstick, wipe clean, reinsert fully, remove and verify oil level is between LOWER and UPPER LIMIT marks