1996 175 Yamaha alarm/low compression

Ozzy2203

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The alarm on my engine has a steady buzzing as soon as I turn the ignition. I experienced a drop in compression the last time I used the boat. My oil tank is full but I noticed a small amount of oil on the ground around the tank which could have been spilled when oil was last put in.

Any ideas?
 

rodbolt

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Re: 1996 175 Yamaha alarm/low compression

something broke.
that year single engine does NOT self test and if you get an alarm at key on power its trying to tell you its broke.
what indicates do you get on the tach?
it will sound for low battery voltage,water detect if optioned with it,low oil in the engine tank or an overheat.
if it sounds only when the starter is engaged test your kill circuits.
 
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