If your starter engages but the engine cranks very slowly your boat battery may be low.

Pontoon boat motor not turning over. The battery went dead over the winter. We will take a closer look at the outboard starter discuss why it goes bad and tell you what you can do about it. Gas tank air vent not open 3.

Fuel lines kinked or severely pinched 4. Then shift into idle and then directly into forward without any hesitation or pause. To trim the motor means to move it up and down.

Once everyone is seated you are ready for takeoff. Like all other motorized vehicles you can begin to experience engine problems. Engine not primed -- pump primer system 8.

The horn and radio work fine. 3 Equipment Related Failures. It can also spin extremely fast but not engage or turn the flywheel of the engine.

Avoid forcing a turn in the wind if it doesnt feel right. You can perform this function using a button located on the throttle of your pontoon boat. As people look for new ways to entertain themselves while staying socially distanced some have decided to buy a new boatThis is a great idea as boating is a fun activity for the whole family.

If your gauges activate but the engine makes no clicking or cranking noise when you turn the key to the START position you might have a bad In-Gear-Starter-Protection-Switch. Just allow yourself to take some time to practice towing the boat locally before embarking on an actual journey. Store the outboard in the full down position in order to keep this from happening.