Mercury 45 Service Manual

CHARGING AND STARTING SYSTEM
Page 2B-14 90-828631R3 MARCH 1999
Starter Solenoid Test
1. Inspect starter solenoid for cracks, loose terminals or loose terminal lead connections.
2. Connect ohm meter between terminals of starter solenoid.
3. Connect the BLACK lead from solenoid to battery negative (–) terminal and momentarily
connect the BROWN lead to the positive (+) terminal of battery.
4. Verify continuity between the starter solenoid terminals when 12 volts are applied.
a
b
c
d
a-BROWN Lead
b-Starter Solenoid
c-BLACK Lead
d-Battery

Mercury 45 Specifications

General

Horsepower	45 HP
Cylinders	3
Starting	Electric
Full Throttle RPM Range	5000-6000 RPM
Steering	Remote
Exhaust	Through Prop
Shaft Length	20 in