Motor won't start

[davelovejoy]

I have a late 90's 2 stroke Nissan Motor that turns over, but won't start. It ran fine 8 months ago, but I haven't run it since. Before I ran it I put in new fuel, but it just turns over and doesn't sound like it even trying to fire. I checked the fuel filter and it looks to be working fine. I pulled out a spark plug and it looked a little greasy, not sure if it has anything to do with that or not. Any ideas?

 

[davelovejoy]

Re: Motor won't start

I just put in new spark plugs and it still won't fire. Even if I spay starting fluid in the carb.

 

[kandil]

Re: Motor won't start

Starting fluid is a very bad thing to use you can try premixed fuel instead you need to check your compression and see if you are getting any spark? good luck

 

[pvanv]

Re: Motor won't start

What model motor is this? It sounds like you possibly have an ignition problem. I trust you confirmed that the stop lanyard clip is attached.

 

[davelovejoy]

Re: Motor won't start

I took out the spark plugs and grounded them to the engine and saw no spark. What is a lanyard clip?

 

[JB]

Re: Motor won't start

Go to the Engine FAQs Forum, Dave. Do "Outboard won't start" and let us know what you find.

 

[TOHATSU GURU]

Re: Motor won't start

"What is a lanyard clip?"

Part of the kill switch.