04-25-2018 06:24
Is there any video or instruction available which shows proper proceedure to change out the sparkplugs in a G2? I read some where that it can be a challange to get at one or two of the plugs on the port side of the engine. Any tips or pointers. Motor has 350 Hours and a ton at under 1000 rpm. I have the correct plugs just dont want to run into any unexpected surprises.
BTW, This is far and away the finest outboard motor I have ever run and Ive had plenty! Thank you Evinrude!
04-25-2018 07:29 - edited 04-25-2018 07:29
Your dealer can order a factory service manual for you if you plan on doing work yourself.
Chances are your motor is still in its initial 5 year warranty period and the dealer would perform needed work for no cost to you if it is a covered item.
Port Spark Plugs
Remove the spark plug leads from the ignition
coils.
Use an 8 mm socket to remove the screw and
washer from the ignition coil mounting brackets.
Move the ignition coil and bracket assemblies to
the side as shown.
Remove the spark plug leads from the spark
plugs.
Use the spark plug socket and a combination
wrench to remove the spark plugs.
Installation
The cylinder heads of Evinrude E-TEC G2 models
are manufactured with indexed spark plug
threads. QC8WEPI spark plugs do NOT
require indexing of the spark plug.
Set spark plug gap on new, replacement spark
plugs.
Apply Triple-Guard grease to the gasket surface
of the spark plug.
"There is never just one thing wrong with a boat";
-- Travis McGee, main character in a book series by John D. McDonald
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The factory recommends that a properly trained technician service your Johnson or Evinrude outboard motor. Should you elect to perform repairs yourself, use caution, common sense, and observe safety procedures in the vicinity of flammable liquids, around moving parts, near high-temperature components, and working with electrical or ignition systems.
The information offered here is only general in nature and should not be construed as complete factory approved procedures, techniques, or specifications. Always use the proper service manual for your motor, up-to-date service literature, the correct tools, and have an understanding of how to proceed with troubleshooting and repair methods. If you are unsure or uncomfortable with a procedure, a situation, or a technique, enlist the services of a factory trained technician.
08-13-2018 07:49
08-13-2018 11:17
If you use the recommended Champion sparkplugs with the letter " I " at the end, there is no indexing needed, both the plugs and the cylinder head threads are "timed" to work correctly. If you use the regular plugs without the letter " i " at the end, then you have to index them the same as required with the DI motors for the past 20 years.
On the 3.4L Evinrude E-TEC G2 motors, you only have to remove both side panels and the plastic brackets on the port side only. The plugs are then all accessible An experienced tech may do it in under 1/2 hour or so or a diligent DIY type in 1 hour if they follow the service manual.
If you are fouling plugs, there may be a thermostat problem not warming up enough or debris holding them or the pressure relief valve open. There is also a software update for certain motors with plug fouling issues. Talk to your dealer to see if yours is included in the campaign.
"There is never just one thing wrong with a boat";
-- Travis McGee, main character in a book series by John D. McDonald
***************
The factory recommends that a properly trained technician service your Johnson or Evinrude outboard motor. Should you elect to perform repairs yourself, use caution, common sense, and observe safety procedures in the vicinity of flammable liquids, around moving parts, near high-temperature components, and working with electrical or ignition systems.
The information offered here is only general in nature and should not be construed as complete factory approved procedures, techniques, or specifications. Always use the proper service manual for your motor, up-to-date service literature, the correct tools, and have an understanding of how to proceed with troubleshooting and repair methods. If you are unsure or uncomfortable with a procedure, a situation, or a technique, enlist the services of a factory trained technician.
08-13-2018 11:45
"There is never just one thing wrong with a boat";
-- Travis McGee, main character in a book series by John D. McDonald
***************
The factory recommends that a properly trained technician service your Johnson or Evinrude outboard motor. Should you elect to perform repairs yourself, use caution, common sense, and observe safety procedures in the vicinity of flammable liquids, around moving parts, near high-temperature components, and working with electrical or ignition systems.
The information offered here is only general in nature and should not be construed as complete factory approved procedures, techniques, or specifications. Always use the proper service manual for your motor, up-to-date service literature, the correct tools, and have an understanding of how to proceed with troubleshooting and repair methods. If you are unsure or uncomfortable with a procedure, a situation, or a technique, enlist the services of a factory trained technician.
08-15-2018 07:39
"All I know is that those fancy covers allow water to come in on the h/o version unless you add separate o-rings to each one of the poorly designed latches"
Are u talking about the 1/4 turn latches?
The inner seal should prevent water from getting into the actual engine.
Running in saltwater...
In talking with my mechaninc he did reccomend that every trip or every other trip, when u have the side covers off to rinse inside the engine right against the lower inner cover. He said he sas seen salt accumulate there.
08-25-2018 10:53
08-26-2018 05:15
Have not done mine yet but this looks like a good guide
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDxb8MM-7ts#action=share
08-28-2018 07:38
08-28-2018 07:48
Finally got around to changing the plugs, lowerunit lube and fuel/water sep filter. Thanks to everyone on here for the mhelp. I did all jobs in about 90 min and Im no mechanic. this board is the best and these motors are great. This was easier than getting to that bottom plug on the optis for sure.
I will agree with the comments that the motor cover is not the best at keeping water. Looks like last time dealer took the side covers off he let the gasket seal get off the spot its supposed to be and its clear much water got in. still best IVE HAD. THANKS BRP