IGNITION SYSTEM
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 24
Ignition Control System Components
Replacement Parts Warning
WARNING
Electrical, ignition and fuel system components on your MerCruiser are designed
and manufactured to comply with U.S. Coast Guard Rules and Regulations to mini-
mize risks of fire and explosion.
Use of replacement electrical, ignition or fuel system components, which do not
comply with these rules and regulations, could result in a fire or explosion hazard
and should be avoided.
General Precautions
CAUTION
Avoid personal injury and/or property damage. Listed below are some of the pre-
cautions, along with others listed throughout this manual, that you should observe
to help ensure an accident-free maintenance experience:
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Always disconnect battery cables from battery BEFORE working on electrical
system to prevent injury to yourself or damage to electrical system.
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Be sure that engine compartment is well ventilated and that no gasoline vapors
are present, to avoid the possibility of fire.
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Be sure to keep hands, feet and clothing clear of moving parts.
DO NOT touch or disconnect any ignition system parts while engine is running.
DO NOT reverse battery cable connections. System is negative (–) ground.
DO NOT disconnect battery cables while engine is running.
When working on engine, spark plug holes and carburetor throat should be kept
covered to prevent foreign objects from entering combustion chamber.
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Replace a component if there is any doubt as to the condition of the component.
WARNING
When performing the following procedure, be sure to observe the following:
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Be sure that engine compartment is well ventilated and that no gasoline vapors
are present, to avoid the possibility of fire.
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Be sure to keep hands, feet and clothing clear of moving parts.
DO NOT touch or disconnect any ignition system parts while engine is running.
DO NOT reverse battery cable connections. System is negative (–) ground.
DO NOT disconnect battery cables while engine is running.
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Categories | Mercury MerCruiser Manuals |
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Tags | Mercury MerCruiser 305 CID, Mercury MerCruiser 350 CID |
Model Year | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
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