2001 Mercury Mariner 50-60HP Factory Service Manual, Page 256Get this manual
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3Refer to section 2A for flywheel and stator removal, section 2B for starter removal4DisconnectRemove components in the following order: ECM bracket bolts(3), main harness ground wire bolts (near bottom of starter), starter solenoid mounting bolts, oil temp sensor, engine temp sensor, regulatorrectifier mounting bolts, crank position sensor mounting bolts, ignition coil mounting bolts5Remove electrical components as an assemblyDisconnect wiring and cut sta-straps as necessary