Common questions

Why did I change the valve on my Suzuki outboard?

Why did I change the valve on my Suzuki outboard?

In the earlier engines if the closed throttle position switch was open instead of closed same deal won’t allow adjustment. That’s probably the reason the engine is idling low, why did you change the valve.

Where can I buy Suzuki outboard motor parts?

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How to check idle speed on Suzuki outboard?

Connect H – T cord with plug cap adapter (special tool: 09930-88720) between spark plug and No. 1 ignition coil. Start the outboard engine. Connect engine tachometer (special tool: 09900-26006 engine tachometer) to the H – T cord with plug cap adapter (special tool 09930-88720). Check the outboard’s engine speed.

How do you turn off closed throttle on Suzuki outboard?

Open the outboard motor’s throttle valve to turn the closed throttle position switch off. You can manually cancel the fixed mode of the air control valve duty by turing the closed throttle position switch off.

In the earlier engines if the closed throttle position switch was open instead of closed same deal won’t allow adjustment. That’s probably the reason the engine is idling low, why did you change the valve.

Do you need a Suzuki outboard repair manual?

It’s highly recommended to always have a Suzuki outboard repair manual present before making adjustments to the boat motor’s idle speed. Critical specifications and factory adjustment procedures are listed in the manual.

Open the outboard motor’s throttle valve to turn the closed throttle position switch off. You can manually cancel the fixed mode of the air control valve duty by turing the closed throttle position switch off.

How can I increase the idle speed of my Suzuki outboard?

For reference, turning the airscrew in the clockwise direction will decrease engine speed whereas turning the airscrew in the counterclockwise direction will increase engine speed. Be sure to release the pinch from the idle air control valve hose so as to allow air to the idle air control valve. Then recheck the engine speed.

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