4.3 tks blown ignition fuse and diode.

[Tomdio]

Without thinking I posted on an old thread. Sometimes I’m a dummy. Sorry.
Anyway, there is an old thread on here that helped me tremendously.

Mercruiser 4.3 TKS -- Blown Ignition Fuse and Shorted TKS Diode

I have a 2008 Sea Ray Sport 205 with a Mercruiser 4.3L TKS engine. Recently the ignition fuse blew and I discovered that the TKS diode was shorted. After I removed the diode and replaced the fuse, the engine started and appeared to run fine. I ordered a new diode thinking that this would resolve...

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Just one question for saltsaker11 and achris

What is the correct thread sealant to use on the temperature switch 866089?
Thank you again.

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[achris]

Use a liquid sealer, like Loctite 567, never thread tape.. And don't buy a diode from Merc. It's a bog standard rectifier, like an FR607. Cost you about $2...

 

[Tomdio]

Use a liquid sealer, like Loctite 567, never thread tape.. And don't buy a diode from Merc. It's a bog standard rectifier, like an FR607. Cost you about $2...

Much thanks! Will do. And appreciate the expertise!!!