Evinrude E-TEC G2 200 Troubleshooting
| Engine Model: Evinrude E-TEC G2 200 |
| Engine Type: 2-stroke 6-cylinder gasoline outboard engine |
| Total Displacement: 167 cu.in (2.7 L) |
| Rated Engine Power: 200 Hp (147 kW) at 5500 rpm |
| Fuel System: Direct fuel injection (DFI) |
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| Engine difficult to start or doesn't start |
Fuel tank is empty - Add fuel.
Low-quality gasoline - Use correct gasoline grade.
Air in fuel tank - Bleed fuel tank.
Damaged spark plug wiring connection - Check the spark plug wire connection, repair or replace.
Spark plug is defective - Change spark plug as required.
Plugged fuel filter - Change fuel filter.
Dirty fuel lines - Clean fuel system lines.
Fuel pressure is low - Inspect fuel system for leaks or inspect low pressure fuel pump.
Air pressure is low - Inspect air system for leaks.
Bad harness connections - Inspect harness connections.
Defective ignition system - Change defective parts.
Damaged fuel feed pump - Change fuel feed pump as required.
Fuel injector is faulty or clogged - Clean or replace as required.
Electronic control modul is not operating - Install new ECM.
Reed valve is worn or damaged - Replace reed valve.
| Engine starts but stalls suddenly |
Spark plug is defective - Spark plug need to be replaced.
Ignition coil is defective - Replace ignition coil as necessary.
Faulty fuel pump - Change fuel pump.
Fuel system clogging - Fuel system need to be cleaned.
Fuel filter is plugged - Replace fuel filter.
| Engine runs intermittently |
Ignition system problems - Inspect ignition system and change failed components.
Spark plug is damaged - Replace spark plug.
Clogged or defective fuel pump - Service or change fuel pump.
Air pressure is low - Check air system components.
Restricted fuel lines - Service fuel lines.
Fuel filter is dirty - Fuel filter needs to be replaced.
Defective direct injector - Replace if necessary.
Engine is under excessive load - Load reducing required.
Wrong ignition timing - Set the ignition timing correctly.
Defective thermostat - Change thermostat as required.
Faulty water pump - Install new water pump.
Incorrect propeller selection - Replace propeller.
Damaged or improper size of propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Outboard motor is positioned too low or too high - Mount the motor as required.
Stale fuel - Change gasoline.
Engine is overloaded - Reduce the load.
Too low idle RPM - Correct the settings.
Clogged or damaged fuel pump - Test fuel pump and replace if necessary.
Worn crankshaft or main bearings - Change or repair worn components.
Cylinder bore or piston rings are worn - Replace faulty parts.
Fuel pump is damaged or dirty - Clean or change fuel pump.
Ignition system failure - Inspect ignition system and change failed components.
Powerhead components are worn - Replace defective parts.
Fuel pressure is low - Inspect low pressure fuel pump or inspect fuel system for leaks.
Air pressure is low - Normalize air pressure.
Low compression - Correct it.
Fuel supply problem - Check and repair.
Fuel regulator is leaking - Leak must be repaired.
Fuel filter is dirty - Replace fuel filter.
Fuel injector is faulty or clogged - Clean or replace as required.
Manifold fuel leak - Leak must be repaired.
Propeller pitch or diameter incorrect - Check the propeller size.
Damaged or improper size of propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Outboard motor mounting height is set incorrectly - Have motor adjusted to proper transom height.
Trim angle is incorrect - Adjust trim angle correctly.
Loose or faulty spark plug - Spark plug need to be tightened or replaced.
Sleeve, piston, or rings are damaged - Change faulty components.
Excessive engine load - Load reducing is recommended.
Clogged or damaged fuel injectors - Clean or install new fuel injectors.
Damaged or improper size of propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Propeller shaft damaged - Have propeller shaft replaced.
Weeds wraped around propeller - Remove weeds from propeller.
Engine mounting bolt is not tightened - Tighten bolt.
Damaged or loose steering pivot - Tighten correctly or replace.
Damaged or improper size of propeller - Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Propeller shaft damaged - Have propeller shaft replaced.
Weeds wraped around propeller - Remove weeds from propeller.
Engine mounting bolt is not tightened - Tighten bolt.
| Trim motor is running but trim system cannot move up or down |
Insufficient oil - Need to add the oil.
Pump assembly is defective - Inspect pump and change as required.
Leakage of manual drain valve - Valve need to be closed or changed.
Broken motor or pump driveshaft - Change defective component.
| Trim does not fully up or down |
Damaged pump assembly - Replace pump.
Tilt ram piston ball is in wrong position - Service or repair.
Tilt ram piston O-ring damaged - Install new O-ring.
Oil level low - Fill up oil to required level.
Lower check valve is not properly secured in port side trim ram - Secure valve properly.
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