I have a 2009 Seafarer 226 with a 2009 Yamaha 225 four stroke. After coming back home the engine cut out while idling at the dock and would not restart. Ignition seems dead, so believe I have an electrical problem. I suspected my Fell Marine wireless kill switch, but isolated that system and ignition still dead. Anyone have any ideas for me to check? Thanks.
Ignition Problem
- Thread starter LEADING LIGHT
- Start date
What makes you think it is ignition related? How do you know the "ignition is dead?" That is less likely than something else. That engine is quite reliable and ignition is typically not the problem. But, easy to check spark at the plugs. I'd look at fuel also, drain the VST into a clear jar and look for trash/water. Remove the engine fuel filter and water separator and pour into a quart jar. I assume there are no codes showing on the gauges and it turns over rapidly with the starter.
Thanks for such a quick reply. My terminology is not the best. What I was trying to say was that when turning the key, I get no response—no engine trying to turn over, lights, etc. Seems like ignition switch is suddenly disconnected from engine.
Do your gauges light up when you turn the key on? Also, I assume your Kill switch system has been isolated and is not the problem. The other switch that will cause this is your neutral switch if your shifter is not in neutral there’s a switch on the engine that will not allow it to turn over. Your mention of a wireless Kill-switch system also makes me suspect. Not sure how you can check that one though. I have no experience with that sort of system. Make sure your battery is not completely dead and check the connections at the battery and at the engine. Good luck!
Yes, I believe I have isolated the kill switch system, so that shouldn’t be it. Batteries are fine. I never did check the shift position. I’d be very embarrassed, but very glad, if it was something that obvious. Will check tomorrow. Thanks!
Couldn’t stand the suspense so I went back to the boat tonight. Turns out I’m embarrassed but very happy. Yes, shift lever was not completely in neutral. It was when this all started, but must have gotten nudged somehow. Three trips to the boat, got stung by a wasp, and had to reset my credentials with Great Grady, but thanks to you, I’m operational again. Thanks a lot
