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2001 evinrude 225 ficht only starts when fuel is squirted into throats

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don

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" need help to find out what&#

" need help to find out what's wrong. bought diagnostic software. readout shows no malfunction of motor, yet it won't start unless fuel is squirted into throats. HELP "
 
" Does it run ok after it star

" Does it run ok after it starts.
If so there is a 20 amp fuse for the start assist circuit that may be blown. Should show 18 volts on ign circuit when cranking. this is either the large red, or red\white wire comming off of the relay panel on stbd Fuse is located in a separate holder on stbd or top rear depending on model. "
 
" it runs ok after it starts.

" it runs ok after it starts. the only fuse, 20 amp, that I found has black wire into it, when removed and re inserted it activated the fuel pump. if there is another fuse could you please tell me where it may be? thanks, don "
 
" Took voltage readings at fus

" Took voltage readings at fuse 2, 3, and 6. Tests showed 9.5Volts while cranking, and 40 volts with motor running. Start circuit, or charging problem? "
 
Sounds like a problem in the

Sounds like a problem in the starter assist circuit. This could be a wiring problem or even a failure inside the computer.. May be time to consult woith a COMPETENT dealer
 
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