Engine overheats – HONDA BF20D User Manual
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TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
HARD STARTING OR STALLS
AFTER STARTING
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Take outboard motor to an
authorized Honda Marine dealer,
or refer to the shop manual.
Faulty thermostat or water pump.
Replace or repair faulty
components as necessary.
Check water intake screens.
Water intake screens clogged.
Clean water intake screens.
ENGINE OVERHEATS
Possible Cause
Correction
Carburetor malfunction, fuel pump
failure, ignition malfunction, etc.
Replace or repair faulty
components as necessary.
Take outboard motor to an
authorized Honda Marine dealer,
or refer to the shop manual.
Spark plugs faulty, fouled or
improperly gapped.
Remove and inspect spark plugs.
Possible Cause
Correction
Gap or replace spark plugs (p.
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