2013 Chaparral SSi Owner’s Manual
Chaparral Boats, Inc.
Nashville, GA
chaparralboats.com
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PROBLEM
CAUSE
SOLUTION
Engine cranks but will not start (Fuel system)
cont.
Low cranking speed
Starter will not crank engine(s)
Poor acceleration
5. Clogged fuel filter
6. No fuel reaching fuel intake system
(providing all fuel valves are open)
7. Engine flooded
8. Contaminated fuel
9. Spark plug(s) fouled or broken
10. Distributor broken, wet, cracked, or dirty
1. Loose or dirty electrical connections or
damaged wiring
2. Bad battery
3. Engine oil too heavy for prevailing
temperatures
1. Discharged battery
2. Corroded battery cables
3. Loose connection in starting circuit
4. Defective starter switch
5. Starter motor brushes dirty
6. Jammed “starter drive”
1. Fuel injector(s)
2. Throttle not fully open
5. Check and replace fuel filter.
6. Check fuel pump, fuel pump filter, and
fuel tank line for cracked flanges or
restricted fittings.
7. Do not attempt to start engine for at
least 5 minutes. For hot engine, fully
advance throttle, (make sure throttle
lever is in neutral) and crank engine.
8. Inspect for water or other contaminants
in fuel. If contaminated, drain tank and
flush with fresh fuel.
9. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
10. If wet or dirty, wipe with cloth and clean-
ing solvent. Inspect cap for cracks,
carbonized paths (inside and out),
replace cap as required.
1. Check all related electrical connections
and wires.
2. Test battery (See Engine Owner/Service
Manual).
3. Drain oil and refill with correct grade and
viscosity oil (See Engine Owner/Service
Manual).
1. Charge battery.
2. Clean battery terminals.
3. Check and tighten all connections.
4. Replace switch.
5. Clean or replace brushes.
6. Loosen starter motor, then free
stuck gear.
1. Clean or replace.
2. Inspect cable and linkages for binding,
obstructions, or loose fasteners.
