I dont know much about these motors, other than what ive read and heard, mostly. The factory recommends that a properly trained technician service your johnson or evinrude outboard motor. May 10, 2018 quick vid of evinrude fitch code diagnostic, very basic how it works, pretty much same for etec. I took it in and the dealership put new plugs in it and it ran perfect. That means that the engine youre looking at is a ficht. Hi folks im looking at a late 90s triton bass boat that has been outfitted with a 2003 evinrude 225hp outboard. Evinrude ficht question outdoor gear forum indepth outdoors. Jaltest link jaltest link v9 jaltest rugged pc jaltest software jaltest info cable set jaltest link kit workstation jaltest mobile test bench pneumatic test bench electronic test bench jaltest kit configurator jaltest etm jaltest plc jaltest agv jaltest ohw jaltest marine jaltest. Usb adapter for evinrude is an easytouse software program specifically designed for troubleshooting outboard engines usb adapter for evinrude collect engine data, determine active faults, run engine tests and efficiently diagnose problems.
Johnson evinrude ficht diagnostic software version 1. With this set you will be able to check your evinrude etec or ficht outboard engine with only usb ports on your pc. The connector for the diagnostic computer is on the frontstarboard side of the motor. I changed the complete water pump, the fuel filter, the fuel line from the engine to the tank, indexed the spark plugs, change the waterfuel separator. Usb evinrude etec etec diagnostic cable set, with usb. They upgraded the software several times over the years until omc went belly up in 2000. The ficht fuel injection system consists of four primary components. Nov 23, 2018 evinrude ficht diagnostic software 11232018, 02. Evinrude ev diagnostics updated dealer kit brp diagnostics. It contains pertinent information which, if followed, will provide you with a thorough understanding needed for proper operation, mainte. Late 90s ficht problems boating and boat fishing surftalk. When i try disabling each with software, on every other the motor sound changes, but when i disable.
Hello everyone,im new on this forum i need help with my 150hp ficht ram 2001 i changed the complete water pump, the fuel filter, the fuel line from the engine to the tank, indexed the spark plugs, change the waterfuel separator. I understand that there will be a 3rd party independent ficht etec software. My issue is that i have installed the software and connected the cable to the motor but the software. The engine has been maintained by us here in devon england uk since new and the reliability has been fantastic. Motosolution usb diagnostic tool scanner kit for evinrude. The marine dealership selling the boat says its a 225 ho etec, but the cowling says its a 225 ficht ram. I have recently purchased meds software which now enables me to plugin to all new generation engines and download diagnostic codes and perform full running tests on all brands of computer based engines including yamaha hpdi and four stroke, mercury optimax, verado, and four stroke, suzuki four stroke and all types on johnson and evinrude ficht.
Cdi electronics premier repair service is now offering ficht repair, emm repair, and return. The software package contains directions for using the software. Compatible with all models etec, ficht, di, 19992017 g2only basic feature. We are experts on polaris, kawasaki skis, evinrude and give good advice. I called today to ask for your help in locating a problem i was.
Jan 17, 2010 it took bombardier 2 model years to get the ficht motors working well after they purchased johnson evinrude in 2001. I am trying to see what codes the motors have thrown as well as the amount of hours on the motors. This is my work around for getting fuel injector data into the ecu without the dat file. For evinrude diagnostic usb cable kit for ficht and etec. Ficht johnson evinrude diagnostic tool kit v4 v6 omc. Its time to have your injectors sent in to us when you narrow down the fault to the injectors during the troubleshooting procedure. Ficht and etec fuel injectors are ran in custom built, made to our specs machines.
I have a 90hp evinrude ficht motor can i replace the emm or ecu with any new 90 ecu for a ficht motor or does it have answered by a verified marine mechanic. I have been told i can have it rebuilt for a significantly less charge than what my dealer quoted. Obtain legal software and a genuine cable from an authorized evinrude dealer or pay a small amount for a dealer to print out a report for you. I just got back from the lake and my evinrude ficht ram is running great better than before.
I have a customer with a 2001 ficht 5 v6 outboard with 550 hours on the unit. Professional evinrude etec diagnostic cable set,ficht. This diagnostic kit works on evinrude engines from 1999 2018. All maintenance was done by me except for periodic water pump impeller replacements. Evinrude ficht outboard engines moderated discussion areas. As to the motor, there was never an ocean runner that was made with ficht technology.
This evinrude 115hp v4 has power tilt and trim, weighs 349lbs, has a 20 long shaft, and is oil injected. The ficht model evinrudes were decent outboard if they were properly serviced and upgraded. I cannot figure out how to enable break in mode in my evinrude diagnostic 5. There are software and fuel pump upgrades that improve the reliability of these engines. I am anxious to know if anyone else has compared the two engines ficht. By the 2nd model year they had beefed up parts and fixed the parts quality problems in mx. First season start of the evinrude ficht ram 150 duration.
Should you elect to perform repairs yourself, use caution, common sense, and observe safety procedures in the vicinity of flammable liquids, around moving parts, near hightemperature components, and working with electrical or ignition. It contains pertinent information which, if followed, will provide you with a thorough understanding needed for proper operation, maintenance, care and above all safety. Evinrude emm ficht computer installation pianoman2319. Just wondering what you guys think about these motors.
If you have the genuine factory diagnostic software purchased from an authorized evinrude dealer, it should show what is going on and you can follow the factory service manual procedures. Fichtram injection enation evinrude outboard motors. The late 90s 150175 fichts were the problem motors that gave the ficht a bad name. Evinrude ficht diagnostic software evinrude forums. Oem oil in ficht engines moderated discussion areas. Dec 06, 2010 im looking at buying a 2000 18 javelin renegade w a 2000 evinrude ficht 150 on it. Jul 14, 2011 i have an evinrude ficht ram 150hp, y. Evinrude ficht 175 v6 pds style fuel injector data swap. If using a tcw2 oil, the use of evinrude johnson engine tuner is recommended every 50 hours and the use of evinrude johnson genuine parts carbon guard in each tank of fuel is highly encouraged. We are experts on polaris, kawasaki skis, evinrude. My personal experience was with a 1999 115 hp ficht purchased new. You want to be able to check your evinrude etec or ficht outboard engine and you only have usb ports on your computer. After doing this noticed warning in seloc not to rev. When i try disabling each with software, on every other the motor sound changes, but when i disable no.
Boating free delivery possible on eligible purchases. A software update was performed by an authorized dealer in 1999. Apr 19, 2012 i have a 2000 evinrude ram ficht 225hp motor. This operators guide is an essential part of your evinrude outboard. I have a 90hp evinrude ficht motor can i replace the emm.
We are here to answer your my motor is not running questions. Evinrude ficht ram injection motors bass boats, canoes. Offering discount prices on oem parts for over 50 years. Dec 14, 2017 there is never just one thing wrong with a boat. Evinrude etec g2 115 to 300 hp outboard motors evinrude. Now i just put a 2010 etec 225 hp on my boat, and will have to wait till spring to use it. Does it take specialized software to properly tune the engine. Buy motosolution usb diagnostic tool scanner kit with bootstrap for evinrude outboard engine etecfitch.
Should you elect to perform repairs yourself, use caution, common sense, and observe safety procedures in the vicinity of flammable liquids, around. I would really prefer a mercury but its a pretty good deal if everything checks out with the motor. It was fuel injected labeled on johnson, and ram ficht ficht on. How fast do you think a boat like this will run also. I also empty the oil tank and replaced it with the xd50. Trouble codes on an evinrude ficht gone outdoors your. I have been told i can have it rebuilt for a significantly less charge than what my dealer quoted me if i remove it and the computer and forward in for repair. This evinrude diagnostics software program communicates with the engine control unit ecu and the engine management module emm and is used by dealers for retrieving engine diagnostic information, setting engine operating parameters, performing engine maintenance and printing engine reports on all evinrude direct injection or d. If available, tcw2 oil can be used for 1992 and older models. Evinrude ficht 5 2001 overcharging boat design net. Usb adapter for evinrude is used for diagnosis of all evinrude etec fitch usb adapter for evinrude is an easytouse software program specifically designed for troubleshooting outboard engines usb adapter for evinrude. Travis mcgee, main character in a book series by john d. Find the perfect engine for your boat with the evinrude etec g2, available from 115 h.
I need a brief ficht ram education bass boats, canoes. Jul 08, 2010 hi folks im looking at a late 90s triton bass boat that has been outfitted with a 2003 evinrude 225hp outboard. My 2004 evinrude 200hp direct injection outboard running. Iboats talks about the plugs and the need to install them correctly, and i have also read that previous year models may have some electrical problems. Mcdonald the factory recommends that a properly trained technician service your johnson or evinrude outboard motor. Evinrude produces diagnostic software for the 4stroke ficht efi motor that can retrieve codes and other stored ecu operational data. There are many stories about purchasing software from overseas.
I am looking at a boat rigged with a 2000 evinrude 150 hp ram fitch engine, and could use any information about this engine that others have experienced. If your mechanic doesnt have any evinrude diagnostic software, get a. I am anxious to know if anyone else has compared the two engines ficht and etec and specifically the fuel consumption, oil comsumption. Jaltest link jaltest link v9 jaltest rugged pc jaltest software jaltest info cable set jaltest link kit workstation jaltest mobile. These components are no longer being manufactured or serviced by johnson evinrude, and aftermarket service options are very limited. I recently purchased the software and cable to diagnose the motors. Because of that, only dealers have access to update and other data.
I got my emm back yesterday and the dealer installed it firma korteland albassedam. Jun 05, 2012 both evinrude and johnson used ficht technology, however as to differentiate the two motors, they only advertised the evinrude as ficht. I understand that there will be a 3rd party independent ficht etec software program due out in a few months. Cdi electronics premier repair service is now offering ficht repair, emm repair, and return service for ficht engine management module systems from 1997 through present. Compatible with all models etec, ficht, di, g2only basic feature19992018 ficht. Should you elect to perform repairs yourself, use caution, common sense.
I did know the coefficients, but didnt have the files. Evinrude diagnostics update barnacle bills marine supply. Ficht is a german type of fuel injection technology. The safety section of this guide comes first because it is our first priority and it should be yours too. I liked the improved fuel milage and reduced oil comsumption with the ficht but the rest has all been told before. Apr 05, 2011 i am looking at a boat rigged with a 2000 evinrude 150 hp ram fitch engine, and could use any information about this engine that others have experienced. This same type of software is used by dealers and evinrude specialists to diagnose faults, programming, coding etc. Evinrude does not make the software for the consumer, it is for their factory trained techs at an authorized dealership.
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