Ignition problem - 1979 Johnson 150

[byarb]

Cranking problem on engine. When battery is connected, engine cranks (or attempts too) regardless of position of ignition switch. Obvious answer is ignition switch but is there something else I should think about as well? Going to get new switch - starter and battery are new. This happened all the sudden. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

 

[DJ]

Re: Ignition problem - 1979 Johnson 150

byarb,<br /><br />The starter solonoid may be stuck. The solonoid is on the side of the engine, near the starter.

 

[Walker]

Re: Ignition problem - 1979 Johnson 150

Try it while its in gear. The neutral safety switch should keep it from cranking if its a starter switch problem. If it still cranks in gear then its probably the solenoid as djohns suggested.