REMOVAL
To prevent accidental starting while servicing, twist and remove all spark plug leads.
Remove the clamp holding the oiling system wiring harness.
Remove the three starter housing screws and washers.
- Clamp
- Starter housing screws (3)
Lift starter housing from outboard.
DISASSEMBLY
Wear safety glasses while disassembling and assembling manual starters because of rewind spring tension.
Pull the starter rope out far enough to tie a slip knot in the rope. Pry the starter rope anchor out of the handle. Remove the handle, release the knot, and ease the starter pulley back until the rewind spring is fully unwound. If necessary, remove the starter handle bracket from the starter housing.
- Knot
- Rope anchor
Remove the rope guide shoulder screw and guide from the starter housing.
- Screw
- Guide
