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21 sty 2012 · Tried a new ignition coil and a different CDI, individually and together. Still no spark. Oil level OK, about in the middle of the dipstick. Can find no problems in the wiring harness. Every connection re-checked and re-checked again.
30 lip 2016 · Agree completely with alumarine. No start button.....only stop button. The button is used to GROUND OUT the coil under the flywheel that feeds the ignition coil voltage. Make sure that wire isn't grounded. He is also correct about how faint the spark is. Try pulling over engine in the dark to verify no spark.
24 lis 2013 · The ignition circuits on the 50's is very hardy...if you have no spark at all, it could be the exciter, pulser wiring, or cdi. It could also be possible that you lost the magnets under the flywheel. I have seen many magnets delaminate on the vintage that you have...no magnets = no spark.
14 wrz 2024 · I picked up 9.9 and it appears the kill switch has been messed with. Other than that, it looks like brand new, but I get no spark when I try to start it
See this video for information on making a DVA: https://youtu.be/juhri_NxQcQIn this video I go through testing the CDI ignition on and outboard motor to diag...
1 cze 2016 · I have a Pre-1997 Honda BF50 A that is not getting spark. My buddy who sold me the boat, had the same issue 2 years ago and replaced the CDI box which resolved the issue. Is it normal for a CDI box to go this quick ? What would cause a CDI box to fail or to keep failing after being replaced?
If your outboard has a spark but won’t start, there are several troubleshooting tests you can run to find the answer to the starting problems happening with your motor. From simple stuff to more advanced diagnostic testing, here are some ways to troubleshoot the ignition system of your outboard.
