1994 Evinrude 25 hp - need help identifying part

[edoubleu]

Hi,
I'm in the process of removing the starter assembly so I can get to the carb and clean it. I noticed a wire that's connected to the starter bracket near the solenoid and another end down by the fuel line connector. It's looks like it was cut because the 2 ends have a perfect angled cut. I'm no master mechanic, but it seems these 2 wires should be one. What is this for? Is it a ground for the fuel line connector? I tried finding it on the exploded parts lists, but haven't had any luck.

You can see in the picture what I'm talking about.


Thanks

 

[Chinewalker]

Re: 1994 Evinrude 25 hp - need help identifying part

It's a ground strap. Evinrude added them to many electric start models as occasionally corrosion, gaskets, grease, etc. might allow poor grounding of the motor and chassis.

 

[edoubleu]

Re: 1994 Evinrude 25 hp - need help identifying part

Thanks for the info Chinewalker. The 2 ends were long enough that I was able to use a butt splice/crimp to reconnect them. Now it's grounded again.