OMC Ignition switch wiring

[rficalora]

I have a 1999 200hp Evinrude FICHT motor on a 1999 Javelin & have to replace the ignition switch. Current switch has raised M, regular M, C, S, A terminals. New switch I bought has all but the A terminal. Instead of A it has I. It has a depression for another terminal that's not there that's labeled A. Is this the wrong switch or has the labeling changed & I 'ignition' is now used for 'accessory'?<br /><br />Thanks in advance.<br />Rob

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: OMC Ignition switch wiring

You have the wrong switch. That switch with the "I" terminal allows 12 volts to be applied to the powerpack (don't want that).<br /><br />You need switch with the OMC part number 508180 or its equivalent (Sierra etc number).

 

[rficalora]

Re: OMC Ignition switch wiring

Thanks Joe. I read a few similar posts from others & saw your replies to them... was hoping you were out there! Thanks again.