115 Johnson starting problem

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Lut

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Great forum!<br /><br />I just bought a 1996 Johnson 115 HP on a Glastron 16ft.<br />Sometimes when I turn the key to start it, nothing happens. It wont turn over or anything.<br />After a couple of attempts, it turns over and starts. Its almost like something electrical isn't working properly. Or maby it has some type of timer that wont allow starting for a few seconds after shutting down?? Does anyone else know of this problem?<br /><br />Thanks alot!!.. :)
 
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JB

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Re: 115 Johnson starting problem

probably a loose or corroded connection in the starter cables, Lut.<br /><br />Start at the battery. Disconnect, clean and reconnect all connections with big cables.<br /><br />If that doesn't do it, go to the Engine FAQS forum and do the troubleshooting for non-starting.<br /><br />Welcome to iboats. :)
 
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DJ

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Re: 115 Johnson starting problem

Pay special attention to the negative battery terminal where it connects to the engine block.<br /><br />Take it apart and clean it.
 
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ezeke

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Re: 115 Johnson starting problem

Feel the connections at the battery after you start it. If they are hot, your battery cables will probably be corroded inside the sheathing.
 
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