In multi-player games the game gets stuck on player 2 instead of moving on.

Game gets stuck on player 2: sluggish player unit

Cause: The player unit stepper was sluggish; its step coil assembly did not travel far enough to advance it reliably.

Checks

• With the game off, work the player unit by hand; it should step and return freely.
• Check the coil sleeves and plungers for dirt or wear.

Fix

• Remove the coils, clean the sleeves and plungers, and clean the mechanism until it moves smoothly.
• Run several two-, three- and four-player games to confirm it advances every time.

Turn the game off and unplug it before working in the cabinet or backbox; EM games carry line voltage.

Systems

• Electro-mechanical

Games

• Aztec

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Source: Pinball Repair help group!! (Facebook group)