Can I just disconnect my temp switch?

[22E6441]

Can I pull the tan wire that goes to the temp switch and run my engine normally?

My cooling system is working fine. i think the switch might be borked and need to test. So, if I go launch, can I run the motor with the wire disconnected?

1990 50 hp Johnson....if you want more background see my other posts. Need to test this the most effective way before I head to the cottage next weekend.

 

[wilde1j]

Re: Can I just disconnect my temp switch?

Sure, but make sure it's not overheating.

 

[22E6441]

Re: Can I just disconnect my temp switch?

So disconnecting the switch will let it go full throttle?

I'm thinking that this is a sure fire way to test if it's my temp switch forcing my engine into SLOW in error.

The shop says my cooling system is running right. Checked thermostat, etc.

 

[wilde1j]

Re: Can I just disconnect my temp switch?

Sorry, forgot about SLOW. Switch may need to be replaced 1st.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Can I just disconnect my temp switch?

disconnect should not put it into slow, it goes to slow when the temp switch grounds the wire, completing the circuit.