Outboard Troubleshooting for Non-Mechanics

Quick, waterproof guide to troubleshoot outboard issues—no tools or technical knowledge required

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Outboard Troubleshooting Guide: Fix “Won’t Start” Issues With Confidence

When your outboard motor won’t start, it can be overwhelming—especially if you don't know how to figure out why. What are the most likely causes? How do you check if there’s gas in the tank? What do you do with that bulb in the middle of the fuel line? What even is a kill clip, and why is it important?

This waterproof, fuel-proof pamphlet walks you through exactly what to check and how to fix common issues, with clear, step-by-step instructions designed for total beginners.

Originally created to help new boaters confidently handle dinghy outboards, this guide covers 80–90% of typical problems and ensures you can get back to shore quickly and safely, no matter your experience level.

What’s Inside • Confidence at Your Fingertips

Step-by-step troubleshooting chart to identify problems based on symptoms
Clear explanations of what to check, how to check it, and how to fix it
Temporary fixes to get you home or to a safe location
Glossary of basic terms for easy understanding

Covers issues like:

The engine won’t start
It dies while running
It sputters and won’t stay running

No tools? No worries. This guide avoids anything complex and focuses on what you can easily check and fix on the spot—most solutions don’t even require opening the engine cover.

Designed for Life Onboard

Compact and tough, this guide is built to stay right in your boat, ready when you need it:

Waterproof and fuel-proof material resists tears, grease, and stains
Special matte finish reduces glare for easy reading in sunlight
Foldable map design tucks neatly in your dinghy or gear bag and opens easily to any section

Always there when you need it, this guide is the ultimate safety net for any boater.

Made in USA • Built to Last • Environmentally Friendly

Designed in the USA; printed in the USA on American-made recyclable synthetic paper using environmentally-friendly soy-based inks at a facility that is completely wind-powered. Minimal packaging. Tough enough to last in harsh conditions and built to keep you prepared.

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At The Boat Galley, we have one mission: to help you cruise with confidence.

As liveaboard cruisers, we understand the challenges and questions that come with boat life. That’s why we create practical products and courses designed to tackle the same issues we’ve faced ourselves—making your life on the water easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

Try our products and courses for yourself. If they don’t make your boat life better, use our 90-day FREE no-hassle return guarantee.

Raved About By Sheila . . .

" . . . with this guide I feel much more confident about taking the dinghy out by myself."

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Meet The Boat Galley Team

At The Boat Galley, we’re all cruisers. We know the joys—and the challenges—of boat life. The steep learning curve, costly mistakes, and hours spent searching for answers can be overwhelming. We’ve been there. That’s why we’ve created practical tools, trusted resources, and real-world guides to help you skip the frustrations and focus on enjoying your cruising life.