1986+ Mercury 6/8/9.9/10/15HP 2-stroke Factory Service Manual, Page 294Get this manual
MANUAL STARTER
Rewind Starter Assembly
Removal
CAUTION
DO NOT turn fuel filter assembly when removingRemove fuel filter by pulling straight downTurning fuel filter may break fuel line connection on filter1Pry fuel filter from starter rope guideDO NOT turn filter; pull straight down2Unsnap interlock link rod from lower lock lever