ignition problem

[nottuskram]

When I go to start my boat it will start with the key in starting position but as sone as i let the key go it turns off.
Thanks

 

[Jiggz]

Re: ignition problem

That's pretty weird. Are we talking about a force engine?

 

[nottuskram]

Re: ignition problem

yes and it is a 90 and a 1985
Thanks

 

[roscoe]

Re: ignition problem

OK, lets try to figure out what motor you have.

Its not a 1985.

They didn't make a 90 hp in 1985-6-7-8 or 1989.

So it is either older than 1985, or newer than 1989.



So it starts, the starter disengages, and it keeps running, until you let the key return to the run position?

 

[jerryjerry05]

Re: ignition problem

Sounds like the key switch is going bad???
Try the connections on the back.
Loosen and WD-40 them tighten and try.
Spray WD-40 in the key slot too.
90 started in 1990.
Serial#s Model#. Pic??
Location? Profile? You might be close to someone who can help.J