1987 Bayliner Capri 3.0 - ignition switch does not turn on starter

[DHangaard]

the ignition switch does not engage the starter, but if I jump the starter with a screw drive the solenoid engages the starter and the motor turns over, checked the main fuse for the motor. Already replaced with a new one a couple of months back and it was starting fine. Don't know what else to check?

 

[Bondo]

Ayuh,...... Welcome Aboard,...... Is this a Merc 3.0l,..??

Do you have power at the keyswitch's (B) terminal,..??

 

[Scott Danforth]

welcome aboard.

being a 1987 bayliner, most likely this is an OMC

what diagnostics have you done?

 

[DHangaard]

Ayuh,...... Welcome Aboard,...... Is this a Merc 3.0l,..??

Do you have power at the keyswitch's (B) terminal,..??

this is a OMC 3.0 and no power at keyswitch's B terminal, we have checked all fuses for continuity, the battery is fully charged. gauges do not power on when the key switch is in the on position.

 

[alldodge]

Look for an inline fuse going to the B terminal behind the helm

 

[Scott Danforth]

Start at the battery...... Pull apart and clean every connection from the battery to the key switch with 150 grit or a wire brush, then seal the connections with marine electrical varnish.