Mercury MerCruiser MCM 454 Mag MPI Service Manual page 323

STARTING SYSTEM
4. Push pinion back toward commutator end to eliminate slack.
5. Measure distance between pinion and pinion retainer.
6. If clearance is not within limits of .010-.160 in. (0.25-4.00 mm), it may indicate excessive
wear of solenoid linkage, shift lever yoke, or improper assembly of shift lever mecha-
nism. Replace worn or defective parts, since no provision is made for adjusting pinion
clearance.
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a - Pinion
b - Retainer
c - Feeler Gauge
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