Yamaha 3 hp not spitting water anymore?

[ib656]

Hi Boaters,

I recently started up my trusty 3 hp outboard after having it sit for a few weeks.

It has been running fine earlier in the season but this time I noticed the water was not coming out of the back that keeps it cool.


I thought it may have been a spider or small bug that clogged up the hole so I grabbed a paper clip and tried reaming the holes.

I do feel air being pushed out from under the motor / gas tank area but still no water comes out....does this mean the water pump is still working and the clog is lower or is the water pump bad?


any thoughts / guidance is appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[robert graham]

Re: Yamaha 3 hp not spitting water anymore?

Probably time to pull the lower unit, check/replace water pump impeller, check/replace thermostat. Don't want to overheat your motor!