1989 mercury mariner ignition problem

mercmariner

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i have a 1989 mercury mariner which is in great condition. the boat started without any problems until yesterday when the starter motor failed to start the engine. upon inspection, when the key is turned, it clicks at the solenoid and the starter motor spins but not enough to engage the flywheel (low and week RPM). any ideas?
 

1979checkmate

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Re: 1989 mercury mariner ignition problem

Bad battery would be my first assumption
 

mercmariner

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Re: 1989 mercury mariner ignition problem

yea, that was what i checked first. i ended up looking further into the electrical pannel and i found a loose terminal. i tightened it up and it rips full strength.

Thanks
 
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