Evinrude E-tec 2011 Series, Product Service Update

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Starter Drive Gear Engagement, 115 – 300 HP Models
The problem: A limited quantity of starter drive gears may be machined with the
wrong chamfer (beveled edge) on the teeth of the gears. If this condition exists,
the starter drive gear (bendix) may not engage the ring gear of the flywheel and
the starting process can fail. Service replacement starter motor assemblies,
P/N 586957 and P/N 586890, could experience this issue.
The Fix: Remove starter motor assembly and identify the chamfer on the teeth
of the starter drive gear. Refer to Warranty Bulletin 2010-08(W) , for complete
instructions.
FAQ: Spark Plugs – All Models
The Service Teams are frequently asked if it is permissible to substitute spark
plugs. the answer is NO, unless there is an APPROVED substitution.
At this time, the only approved substitution is 2005 – 2006 Evinrude E-TEC 200
– 250 HP 90° V6 (3.3 L) models.
U.S. EPA regulations prohibit modification to any system, that could effect the
engine’s exhaust emissions level. This includes spark plugs. Engine emission
certification REQUIRES only approved spark plugs be used in the engine.
Refer to the Evinrude E-TEC Spark Plug Service Chart on p. 68, the appropri-
ate Parts Catalog, or the Emissions Control Information (ECI) Label on the
swivel bracket of the outboard for correct spark plug information.
1. Chamfer
ECI Label
1. Spark plug information
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