1975 Johnson 40hp 40e75 crank but wont start (no spark)

Discussion in 'Outboards' started by vol, Jul 5, 2020.

  1. vol
    Joined: Jul 2020
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    vol New Member

    Hello
    i by 1975 Johnson 40hp 40e75
    its crank but wont start
    i have no spark

    can someoby please help me to fix it

    thank you
     
  2. Mr Efficiency
    Joined: Oct 2010
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    Mr Efficiency Senior Member

    Yes, buy the workshop manual for your engine, and follow the trouble shooting instructions laid out therein. If it is an electrical issue, then a basic multi-meter such as you can get from an auto accessories store, or electronics shop, would likely be needed, These are reasonably cheap expenditures.
     
  3. powerabout
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    powerabout Senior Member

    check the kill switch circuit
    post a photo of the powerhead
     
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