Mercury 200HP accelerates intermittent

BullyARed

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When I apply WOT, my 2000 model Mercury 200 HP sometimes accellerates and sometimes doesn't. When I moved the throttle control back & forth a few times, the motor suddently accellerated. It doesn't iddle smooth either. I have cleaned the carb and replaced the plugs. What could be the problem? Could it be the fuel pump? Thanks for your help.
 

Wingedwheel

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Re: Mercury 200HP accelerates intermittent

Do you have a fuel filter on your outboard?
 

BullyARed

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Re: Mercury 200HP accelerates intermittent

Yes. I should replace it now and give it a try. Thanks.
 

BullyARed

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Re: Mercury 200HP accelerates intermittent

I inspected the fuel filter and it caked up with residues. Replaced it and the engine idles and accellerates better. Thanks.
 
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