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Old February 9th, 2009, 10:04 PM
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Default how does one test ignition switch mariner 50hp w/tilt-trim?

how does one test the ignition switch (key type) on mariner 50 hp 1990 with tilt and trim. installed a new oem starter and only get a click when the ignition key is turned to start. i connected a multimeter to the starter and turned the key and heard one click. i think the click is coming from the solenoid and not the starter. thanks for any advice. i am trying to restore my dads 1990 key west and mariner 50 hp. rob...

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Old February 10th, 2009, 09:23 AM
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Default Re: how does one test ignition switch mariner 50hp w/tilt-trim?

If the solinoid clicks when you turn the key to start it's probably the solinoid. Jump the solinoid across the 2 large terminals and if the starter runs change the solinoid.
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