The 85 hp Force outboard motor is a popular choice for boaters of all levels. It's powerful, reliable, and easy to use. But if you're not familiar with outboard motors, you might be wondering how to wire one. Don't worry, we're here to help. In this article, we'll walk you through the process of wiring an 85 hp Force outboard motor.
We'll start by discussing the different parts of the wiring harness. Then, we'll show you how to connect each wire to the correct terminal. Finally, we'll test the motor to make sure it's working properly.
Parts of the Wiring Harness
The wiring harness for an 85 hp Force outboard motor is made up of a number of different wires. Each wire is color-coded for easy identification.The following is a list of the wires in the wiring harness and their corresponding colors:
* Black: Ground * Blue: Starter * Green: Neutral * Red: Power * White: Tachometer
Wiring the Motor
Now that you know the different parts of the wiring harness, you can start wiring the motor. The following steps will walk you through the process:1. Connect the black wire to the ground terminal on the motor. 2. Connect the blue wire to the starter terminal on the motor. 3. Connect the green wire to the neutral terminal on the motor. 4. Connect the red wire to the power terminal on the motor. 5. Connect the white wire to the tachometer terminal on the motor.
Testing the Motor
Once you've wired the motor, you need to test it to make sure it's working properly. Here's how to do it:1. Turn the key to the "On" position. 2. The starter motor should engage and the engine should start. 3. Allow the engine to run for a few minutes. 4. Turn the key to the "Off" position.
If the motor starts and runs properly, then you've successfully wired it. If not, you may need to troubleshoot the problem.
Troubleshooting
If the motor doesn't start or run properly, there are a few things you can check:* Make sure all of the wires are connected properly. * Check the fuses to make sure they're not blown. * Check the battery to make sure it's charged. * Check the starter motor to make sure it's working properly.
If you're still having trouble, you may need to take the motor to a qualified technician for help.
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