120 force bayliner Capri

[Obionesmoky]

So when I have the motor tilted up it runs fine but when I lower it does not start I’m new to owning a boat it’s a 1990 bayliner Capri with 120 force where can I get service manual at?

 

[jerryjerry05]

EBAY is the place I look for service manuals, stay away from Clymer and Seloc manuals.(unless they're free)
Little more info? once it starts, when you lower it does it stall, how fast?

 

[FingerLaker]

Have you tried watching your safety/kill switch on your throttle cable as you lower the motor? Some binding occuring when it lowers could be causing the switch to open, which is fine in a raised position. I don't have this problem, but mine does have to be in 'just' the right sweet spot to start, and it ain't in the center position exactly...

 

[Obionesmoky]

EBAY is the place I look for service manuals, stay away from Clymer and Seloc manuals.(unless they're free)
Little more info? once it starts, when you lower it does it stall, how fast?

Why stay away from calumet what’s a good one to look for? Yes when I lower it it stalls or just does not start and smell of fuel

 

[Obionesmoky]

Have you tried watching your safety/kill switch on your throttle cable as you lower the motor? Some binding occuring when it lowers could be causing the switch to open, which is fine in a raised position. I don't have this problem, but mine does have to be in 'just' the right sweet spot to start, and it ain't in the center position exactly...

So do you just tilt it down little by little and then Try when I have it down it smells as if it is flooded

 

[jerryjerry05]

Maybe take the fuel pump apart and inspect the diaphragm?

 

[Josecaliente]

EBAY is the place I look for service manuals, stay away from Clymer and Seloc manuals.(unless they're free)
Little more info? once it starts, when you lower it does it stall, how fast?

Hey @jerryjerry05
Do you know anything about other motors? You’ve helped me a ton in the past with my force. I just picked up a 2004 Mercury 150 SWB and had some questions. If not do you know of anyone that could possibly help me out? Thanks