This is a '96 40hp ELPTO merc outboard, 4 cyl....I pulled the hose off the oil pump where it comes out to mix with the gas, and turned the motor over several times ( with oil in cylinders and plug wires removed) it is not pumping any oil out. I am not familiar with these oil injected 2 strokes. Just looking for a little schooling so as to troubleshoot. This motor has been sitting for several years uncovered. The motor will fire off and run, just don't want to run long till I am sure it is getting oil mixed properly. The oil outlet has a check valve inline , but it seems to be working as it should. Am I missing something? Does the oil pump need to be primed or what? Could it be water or air trapped in pump? If so, what is the remedy?
Thanks for any knowledge on this as it is puzzling me.
Thanks for any knowledge on this as it is puzzling me.