how do I open cover when 1979 Merc outboard is running

Post by **acadian** » Sat Jul 22, 2006 9:55 am

Good morning everyone

I would like to see my mercury running with the cover off to adjust idle however when it is running the top part of the motor also turns and I need the cover to pull the cord to get it to start. thank you....

Post by **acadian** » Sat Jul 22, 2006 10:26 am

Do i just have to remove to screw on the top of the cover?

Post by **mikemicropterus** » Mon Jul 24, 2006 10:39 am

That screw holds the rewind together, there are latches either below the engine pan or on the handle at the back of the cover they are sneaky so you have to look for it. DON"T TOUCH THAT SCREW

Post by **halter** » Thu Jul 27, 2006 11:06 pm

If your looking to the back of the boat you remove the front cover first.
There is a release knotch at the bottom you have to slide to the left i think. Release the 2 knotches behind the front cover.
Then the main motor covers(sides) hinge open from the first panel you took off. Dont open them to far or they will come right off.
Thats how my merc 150hp cover panels work anyways.
I would try this when the motor isnt running first but i dont believe you can hurt yourself in any moving parts. Choke should be on the top left if your looking to the back end of boat.

halt