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    Starter Test

    Having starter problems on my 2000 40 hp merc. I'm not good at diagnosing electric problems, so any help would be appreciated. My starter spins but not fast enough to engage the flywheel. I've cleaned the contacts & battery posts and tried 3 different fully charged batteries. Shorting it...
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    Reduced voltage to starter

    My 2000 Merc 40ELPTO (2 stroke) suddenly won’t start. Starter spins very slowly, just growling and not fast enough to engage the motor. A multitester shows that there is 12 volts to the engine, but when the key is engaged, there is only about 6 volts to the starter. Can’t find any loose...
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    Power Trim/Tilt issue

    The power trim on my 2000 40ELPTO will sometimes not lower, no matter whether using the dash switch or the switch on the motor cowl. When it doesn't lower, I can usually get it to work by touching the ignition. There's no clicking, just no response when hitting the down switch. My test light...
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