So, this waverunner was able to start up without issue as recently as last night. The temp sensor failed and I removed it to test it--forgot to screw it back in. I took it out for a short spin (about 10 minutes) and I heard an alarm wail (obviously couldn't be the temp sensor--what could it be?) going off on the way back. Hooked up for flushing and realized my error when water came shooting out of the sensor hole. I shut off the water first (I normally wait 10 seconds, but in a state of confusion I shut the engine off only 1-2 seconds after the water) and put the sensor back in, but from then on it would only crank but not start. There was some water inside the engine compartment (maybe 4-5 inches worth)--which was quickly drained.
I recharged the battery and hooked up new spark plugs. I poured a little gas into the cylinders and have pulled the choke while attempting to start 5 seconds at a time. I've made about a dozen attempts. The engine cranks good and strong--no differently from normal. Any suggestions on what to try next? I'm in trouble if I can't at least get it back to the trailer.
TIA
I recharged the battery and hooked up new spark plugs. I poured a little gas into the cylinders and have pulled the choke while attempting to start 5 seconds at a time. I've made about a dozen attempts. The engine cranks good and strong--no differently from normal. Any suggestions on what to try next? I'm in trouble if I can't at least get it back to the trailer.
TIA