Mercury 25 EFI FourStroke User Manual page 101

1. Remove flywheel cover or manual starter assembly.
2. Shift outboard to neutral ("N") position.
The neutral‑speed‑protection device is inoperative when
starting the engine with the emergency starter rope. Set the
engine speed at idle and the gear shift in neutral to prevent
the outboard from starting in gear.
3. Electric Start Models ‑ Turn the ignition key to "ON" position.
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