Stopping The Engine; Emergency Starting - Mercury 40 Operator's Manual

• After shifting outboard into gear, advance the remote control lever or rotate the throttle grip (tiller handle)
to increase speed.

Stopping The Engine

1. Remote Control Models ‑ Reduce engine speed and shift outboard to neutral position. Turn ignition key to
"OFF" position.
2. Tiller Handle Models ‑ Reduce engine speed and shift outboard to neutral position. Push in the engine stop
button or turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Emergency Starting

If the starter system fails, use the spare starter rope (provided) and follow procedure.
NOTE: EFI models ‑ Engine must have a fully charged battery to start the engine.
1. Remove flywheel cover or manual starter assembly.
2. Shift outboard to neutral (N) position.
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