2B-1990-13645--2 495 ELECTRICAL AND IGNITION
Starter Circuit
Starter Solenoid
Battery
Fuse Holder
(If Equipped)
(20 Amp Fuse)
Ignition Switch
Neutral Start Switch
(Located in Control Housing)
Starter
Starter Solenoid
Starting Circuit Troubleshooting Flow Chart
Starter Motor Does Not Turn
SAFETY WARNING: Disconnect BLACK (starter motor)
cable from starter solenoid test point 1 BEFORE making
tests 1-thru-7 to prevent unexpected engine cranking.
TEST 1
Use an ohmmeter (R x 1 scale) and connect meter leads between
NEGATIVE (–) battery post and common powerhead ground.
No continuity indicated; there is an open circuit in the
BLACK negative (–) battery cable between the nega-
tive (–) battery post and the powerhead.
Check cable for loose or corroded connections.
Check cable for open.
Continuity Indicated
Proceed to TEST 2, on next page