Three solenoids for 1986 90 hp Merc?

[ejthomp]

Someone please educate me. I'm doing a little preventative maintenance on my 86 inline six 90hp merc and replacing the starter solenoid as it seems to be starting to weaken. I've purchased a new solenoid and I've identified where it goes...all good there.

What I'm confused about is that there are two more solenoids located on the front side of the motor. They look to be identical to the starter solenoid. What are they? Choke solenoids? If so, why two and not three? Three carbs... Are these solenoids the exact same as the starter solenoid?

I know my way around this Merc just enough to be dangerous.... Thanks for your help.

 

[ejthomp]

Re: Three solenoids for 1986 90 hp Merc?

The lights just came on! Trim and tilt solenoids! I guess writing the question out helped the brain process. Thanks. If I'm mistaken, please let me know.

 

[Chris1956]

Re: Three solenoids for 1986 90 hp Merc?

You are on the mark!

How do you know the starter solenoid is "starting to weaken?". I would check the condition of the battery cables and the connectors. Look for corrosion.