Your shop can put his computer diagnostic software on the engine and read all of the parameters of the engine, making diagnosis fast and easy. Ok here we go i have 2003 evinrude ficht ram injected 200 hp. This evinrude diagnostics software program communicates with the engine control unit ecu and the engine management module emm and is used by dealers for retrieving engine diagnostic information, setting engine operating parameters, performing engine maintenance and printing engine reports on all evinrude direct injection or d. Changing spark plugs on evinrude etec outboards requires a special procedure called indexing, which positions the ground electrode of the. Changing spark plugs on evinrude etec outboards requires a special procedure called indexing to ensure the outboard achieves top performance and fuel economy. This results in complete combustion under lean conditions without fouling the plugs due to misfire. Evinrudebombardier ficht software cable service ma.
V6 150 or 175 hp which is a 1999 model year or older motor, the first step you need to take, is to positively identify the powerhead. The process of carefully marking the spark plug body to show the orientation of the lshaped electrode, carefully observing the resulting position of the lshaped electrode when the spark plug is installed in the cylinder head, and carefully positioning the lshaped electrode to not interfere with the path of the fuelair mixture to the spark gap is know as indexing the spark plug. Have new batteries that are a bit weakened after sitting in the mechanics yard for 1 month waiting to have new water pump replaed as part of routine pm. Our evinrude spark plugs are at the lowest prices and same day shipping. I know that under omc the ficht motors had a very bad rep, but when did they go from bad to good under bombardier. Applacation chart for evinrude fore and aft marine.
The safety section of this guide comes first because it is our first priority and it should be yours too. Traditional spark plugs ground electrodes restricts the natural spherical expansion pattern of the flame front whereas our high performance evinrude 115hp v4 ffi ficht spark plugs take the advantage of surface spark discharge, along with retracted ground electrode designed, to ensure max spark exposure and unrestricted flame front expansion. Set of 4 performance spark plug evinrude 90hp v4 ffi. I dont know if any other brand of engine requires or recommends the spark plugs to be indexed, but thats a big so what. Indexing is marking the opening of the electrode on the porcelain portion of the plug and then making sure that opening is within 10 degrees of either side of the injector on each cylinder. In march of 2000, omc produced a service bulletin addressing. My evinrude service manual says that the plug should be a champion j4j.
How to install and index a set of spark plugs into a v6 evinrude etec. If a sparkplug does not fit within the 180 range on one bank of cylinders, then it should be in spec on the opposite bank. We comply with the state of californias proposition 65 proposition 65 provides california consumers with information prior to purchase regarding their potential exposure to certain chemicals. You have 180 of total leeway to position the open gap, 90 on either side of the centerline. Install spark plug and tighten to a torque of 15 ft. My experience with drag racing engines is that indexing can be achieved one of two ways one is to try many plugs until you get the exact stopping point for the plug at the correct plug. When you put the new spark plugs in did you index them. This 150 horsepower evinrude outboard, manufactured in 2001, is a saltwater model. And the picture must have been of the 150175 because it was not a 225 in the picture it just did not match and three of us could not figure it out. This operators guide is an essential part of your evinrude outboard. Most of the marine spark plug web sites that ive visited recommend a champion j8c. Spark plugs free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Spark plug indexing for evinrude e tec outboards readable. Spark plug indexing for evinrude etec outboards youtube.
Spark plug for 1976 evinrude 25 hp michigan sportsman. I would carfully remove the washer that came on the spark plugs when new. Ngk spark plugs are original equipment on many outboard motors and are excellent replacements for everyday engine maintenance. Spark plugs should be removed and examined periodically. Evinrude etec spark plug index and install how to youtube. Johnson evinrude omc new oem champion ficht spark plug xc12pepb johnson evinrude omc. Evinrude 225 ficht 1999 wont start no ignition enation. When we purchased our etec 10 years ago, this was our single biggest concern. I have an 05 evinrude direct injection 225hp outboard. You may also find the champion spark plug code helpful.
The spark plugs have been replaced at least 4 time in two years that i know of. Dear new evinrude etec owner, thank you for your recent purchase of an evinrude etec outboard engine and welcome to the brp evinrude family. This is a factory original equipment part, not aftermarket. The ficht motors will double fire the plugs up to 3000 rpm, so you can see why they eat plugs. Etec spark plug indexing you can out of index 90degrees by up to 20 degrees 10 either way and it wont affect your sled in any way btw its a pain in the arse the first time you try this 58 plug socket with and end on the ratchet side that also excepts a 34 open end wrench is the trick not only mark the plug but mark the socket as well. Make sure you index the plugs when you put them in. When you changed the spark plugs did you index the spark plugs. Routine service spark plugs spark plugs apply tripleguard grease to the gasket surface of the spark plug. With heavy rains the bilge probably ran a lot the whole time. It wont be as light o the fuel as the current ones but is a lot better than any 2 stroke if propped right.
If the index mark is in zone a see arrow, right, reset the torque wrench to 30 ftlbs or 41 nm and. I own a 90hp evinrude ficht ram and need to change the spark plugs. The center of fuel injector or the small allen screwhead by the sparkplug can be used as the centerline when indexing the plugs. It involves establishing where the gap lies on the plug. Evinrude etec g2 emm repair etec ecu repair evinrude outboard computer repair fix buy tech. Get low prices on champion qc12pep spark plugs today at wholesale marine.
Sierra 1888181 premium 12 spark plug wire for johnson evinrude outboards sierra highquality spark plug wires feature a kevlar core for maximum durability and long life. So i got one to fit my 75 and took it to the local auto parts store. I have a 1976 evinrude 25 horse outboard, model 25653e i want to change the spark plugs but im finding conflicting information about which plug is the correct one to use. Omc years, brp renamed the ficht motors to just direct injection. Marine spark plugs ngk outboards evinrude please remember we stock parts and accessories for all makes and models of marine engines and boats. Using your torque wrench and spark plug socket, torque the spark plug to 15 ftlbs or 20 nm. Evinrude 115hp v4 ffi ficht magnum boat performance spark. You want to check your motors temp while it runs at the dock. Spark plug indexing is so easy that even i can do it. This ensures that the fuel is spraying directly at the spark and not soaking the plug with fuel thus fouling it out.
We have 2 evinrude etec 225 manuals available for free pdf download. Had problems with sooting at prop, would have to replace spark plugs twice a year and motor just didnt. Thoughts on 2003 evinrude 200hp direct injection if it is a 2003 it is in fact made by brp, probably a ficht ram or later, same as the etec just before their tacky marketing blitz. Changing spark plugs on an evinrude engine requires indexing. Dec 10, 2012 changing spark plugs on evinrude etec outboards requires a special procedure called indexing to ensure the outboard achieves top performance and fuel economy. Starting last year i noticed the engine running rough in the off idle position but relatively smooth at idle and wot. Evinrude s parent corporation, omc, had gone bankrupt, arguably due to problems with their ficht fuel injection technology. No spark at plugs 1999 evinrude 175 hp texas fishing forum. Sho 300xs losing fuel prime at idle is there any safer alternative to the ficht spark plugs champion xc12pepb. The motor in question is a 2004 evinrude, and i dont recall when omc went belly up and bombardier took over. If the indexing mark you drew on the ceramic portion of the plug is in zone b, youre done with this cylinder. I have an evinrude ficht ram 90 hp engine 2001 e90 fslsif. The process to index the spark plugs of an evinrude etec outboard motor is relatively simple. The dealer advised that i should bring it in because its very important that the gap on the plug is indexed towards the fuel injector.
We are confident t hat your new engine wi ll provide you and your family with years of fun and time on. Start by turning a spark plug until the gap between the ground electrode and the anode is facing toward you. The dealer has replace a number of parts but still not fixed. You can take your old plugs out and re gap them for some more use if you want. I bought qc10wep spark plug yesterday and tried to index them the left side index perfectly but the right side all the lines face between 12 and 3 o clock and have tried moving the from the right side to the left as shown in the youtube video, what am i doing wrong, can i shim the plugs with shim stock. Indexing spark plugs on evinrude etec outboards motor oil. Changing spark plugs on evinrude etec outboards requires a special procedure called indexing to ensure the outboard.
If spark plugs are not indexed correctly, the outboard may not achieve top performance and fuel economy. Index the spark plugs on a ficht direct injection outboard identify the powerhead. Replace worn, fouled or damaged if the mark is in unshaded area do not tighten any spark plugs. The ecu also controls the cd ignition system, which has been designed to trigger the ignition coil so the spark plug fires up to 12 times per revolution. Evinrude etec 225 manuals manuals and user guides for evinrude etec 225. If you had to buy two sets of plugs you obviously dont know the pattern that they had to be set in, the swapping of cyl banks or the correct torque specs for them. Four stroke and direct injected two stroke engines archive page. Nov 18, 20 ok here we go i have 2003 evinrude ficht ram injected 200 hp outboard issue is motor is breaking down between 2000 rpms and 3500 rpms idles fine over 3500 runs fine doesnt stall out starts and idles great just runs really ruff in this area changed plugs and fuel filter yes also indexed plugs it took 12 to get 6 to do so what a joke that is well besides that i have been reading about this motor.
All of the engines of the early production fouled and ran black on the plugs, so that. These catalog pages represent just a few of the parts we stock. Properly indexed, the spark plugs for the evinrude etec outboard motor put the plugs spark gap where it will fire the fuel and air mixture entering the cylinders, without having the plug drowned by the mixture. Normally you mark each orientation with a perma marker then torque them down. View online or download evinrude etec 225 service manual, original instructions manual. Indexing plugs, not just a maximizing tip on early ficht engines. I have a 1998 ficht 150 and yes im aware of its history, i got it new in 0398. Johnson evinrude omc new oem champion ficht spark plug xc12pepb. Cdi electronics premier repair service is now offering ficht repair, emm repair, and return service for ficht engine management module systems from 1997 through present. Champions marine plugs also have stainless steel threads that never rust, are easy to remove and are particularly wellsuited for saltwater environments. A new spark plug is a small thing that can make a big difference.
By having them indexed, you will get better performance out of the mtr because the fuel injector is spraying fuel directly into the open side of the spark plug and igniting better. You want to be able to check your yamaha and suzuki and evinrude outboardjetboard engine and you only have usb ports on your computer. You want to be able to check you evinrude etec or ficht outboard engine. Etec spark plug indexing you can out of index90degrees by up to 20 degrees 10 either way and it wont affect your sled in any way btw its a pain in the arse the first time you try this 58 plug socket with and end on the ratchet side that also excepts a 34 open end wrench is the trick not only mark the plug but mark the socket as well. Your purchase comes with the full commitment and support of the brp evinrude outboard engine team. Buy set of 4 performance spark plug evinrude 90hp v4 ffi ficht all gtz475dor15lgsxv456. Omcs speed limiting overheat warning system is also controlled by the ecu. Have a hard starting problem on my model e225fpxees 225 hp evinrude fight 1999. These components are no longer being manufactured or serviced by johnson evinrude, and aftermarket service options are very limited. The plug is marked so that when the mark on the plug and the head align, the spark directs the flame in the combustion chamber to ensure maximum efficiney. First i printed the bulletin with pictures to show where to torque the plugs to.
How to index spark plugs on evinrude etec outboards. I am purchasing a 2001 mako walkaround w twin evinrude 5. Johnsonevinrudeomc new oem champion ficht spark plug xc12pepb. Best i remember i dug into this and these plugs are run on two different machines. Champion spark plugs are original equipment on many outboard and inboard motors and are excellent replacements for everyday engine maintenance. I am purchasing a 2001 mako walkaround w twin evinrude 5 ficht outboards from what i have been researching this was a answered by a verified marine mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Dfi pattern and combustion related flame propogation issues vital. They were replaced last year and only have about 20 or so hours on them. Champion offers spark plugs for all marine applications, such as inboards including diesel engines that require glow plugs outboards, jet boats or personal watercraft pwc. Set of 4 performance spark plug evinrude 90hp v4 ffi ficht. Ficht spark plugs and this bulletin simplified spark plug selection. How to index spark plugs on evinrude etec outboards during.
Weirdest thing is these sparks are normally used for certain evinrude outboard engine models that require indexing the plugs alligning the open end of the spark toward the injector manifold. Dec 19, 2012 changing spark plugs on evinrude etec outboards requires a special procedure called indexing, which positions the ground electrode of the spark plug away from the fuel injector nozzle. Evinrude etec spark plug index and install how to how to install and index a set of spark plugs into a v6 evinrude. Our new evinrude diagnostic interface kit allows for easy connection to you pc via usb cable and to your evinrude motor via special diagnostic plug smaller more compact interface impact resistant abs interface case molded engine connector plug unique easy driver software install. Make a vertical index mark on the ceramic insulator. Also you will get longer plug life out of your plugs and they will not carbon up so fast. Brand new, genuine johnson evinrude omc champion ficht spark plug. Spark plug indexing how to evinrude nation community. This engine has power steering and a electrictype starter. The software allows diagnostic troubleshooting and tuning of all ficht motors and the service manual is essential for everyting from spark plug replacement to full powerhead replacement. I backed off the trailer and drove to dock to wait for friend about 100 yards with no problems. Ficht mtr plugs had to be indexed since day one which was in 1997.
The voltages on the ficht engines must be right and are high voltage. Take not of the plug that fit, where its threads end in relation to the ground hook. Cdi electronics 9314922 johnson evinrude high performance spark plug wire 19942006 5. I want to properly install spark plugs to my 999 2000. Changing spark plugs on evinrude etec outboards requires a special procedure called indexing, which positions the ground electrode of the spark plug away from the fuel injector nozzle. Evinrude ev diagnostics updated dealer kit brp diagnostics. Because theres no beltdriven air compressor or alternator, powerhead access is very good and components such as the fuel injectors and spark plugs are easily reached. These indexing washers come in different thicknesses and you might make a couple of attemps to get them lined up perfect. The last set were index properly but they were qc10pepb which were the right plugs are the. Ive got the updates and have pampered it for years still fires up on the 1st cylinder up and. Mar, 2010 how to install and index a set of spark plugs into a v6 evinrude etec. It contains pertinent information which, if followed, will provide you with a thorough understanding needed for proper operation, maintenance, care and above all safety.