Engine failing to start

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• Oil Pump: Pre-start oil pump priming cranks

  Spec · 10 crank cycles conditions={"applicability":"First start after engine reassembly or off-season storage"}

• Outboard Motor Storage – Vertical Positioning

  Procedure · 1. Stand the outboard motor up vertically in a dry place for storage. WARNING: Do not carry or store the outboard motor in non-vertical positions. Improper positioning can cause oil leakage resulting in engine damage ...

• ENGINE OIL SYSTEM - Engine failing to start / Poor idling / Poor acceleration

  Diagnostic · Cause: Use of improper oil

• Engine oil: Engine oil fill requirement

  Spec · Fill to between upper limit and lower limit shown on dipstick conditions={"engine_position":"vertical","note":"Engine oil is drained for shipping at factory; must fill before first start"}

• Engine Oil Pre-Operation Fill

  Procedure · 1. Note: The engine oil is drained for shipping from the factory. Be sure to fill the engine to the proper level before starting the engine. WARNING: Use only high quality 4-stroke engine oil meeting FC-W, or API SH/S...