2008 hp won't start with button

Jsalazar

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Hey everyone! Just bought an 08 Tohatsu 20hp and it runs real good as long as you pull start it. However, the electric start is useless. I looked around under the cover for any disconnected or broken wires and saw nothing of interest. Also couldn't find any fuses at all. This is my first boat motor, but I know my way around cars and motorcycles fairly well. That said, I was wondering if anyone knew anything what might cause this? Don't wanna tinker with it too much for now until I have an idea. Thanks!
 
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Sea Rider

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Are you following the Owner's Manual starting procedure to the letter. Lube both sides of each butterfly's shaft extremes, check that closes/opens correctly while moving with fingers, check solenoid if having proper adjustment to close/open butterfly freely provided that there's one.

Happy Boating
 
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