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Recoil Starter (Tohatsu)

Starter Lock Wire – 3C8-05217-0

Brand: Tohatsu

SKU: 3C8-05217-0

$46.80
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The Genuine Tohatsu Starter Lock Wire 3C8-05217-0 is designed for selected 40HP to 70HP 2-stroke outboard motors equipped with a manual recoil starter. This genuine replacement wire forms part of the starter locking mechanism, helping maintain correct starter operation and preventing unintended starter engagement. Ideal for replacing worn, corroded or damaged starter lock wires, it helps restore reliable operation of the manual starting system.

Key benefits

Key Benefits

  • - Genuine Tohatsu OEM replacement component.
  • - Suitable for selected 40HP–70HP 2-stroke outboards.
  • - Helps maintain correct recoil starter locking operation.
  • - Designed for compatible manual-start assemblies.
  • - Replaces worn, damaged or corroded starter lock wires.
  • - Restores dependable operation of the original starter mechanism.

Compatible Tohatsu Outboard Motors

  • 2-Stroke Models
  • - Tohatsu M40D2 – 40HP
  • - Tohatsu M50D2 – 50HP
  • - Tohatsu MW50D2 – 50HP
  • - Tohatsu MX40D3 – 40HP
  • - Tohatsu MX50D3 – 50HP
  • - Tohatsu M60C – 60HP
  • - Tohatsu M70C – 70HP

Suitable Applications

  • - Manual recoil starter repairs.
  • - Replacement of worn or damaged starter lock wires.
  • - Restoration of the starter safety interlock mechanism.
  • - Maintenance of compatible 2-stroke outboard motors.
  • - Repairs to corroded or seized starter locking components.

Important Fitment Information

  • - Designed for selected Tohatsu manual recoil starter assemblies.
  • - Not a universal starter cable or starter pull rope.
  • - Confirm engine model, serial number and recoil starter configuration.
  • - Cable length and end fittings must match the original component.
  • - Some electric-start models may have different starter configurations.

Signs the Starter Lock Wire Needs Replacing

  • - Recoil starter locking mechanism fails to engage or release.
  • - Frayed, kinked or corroded cable.
  • - Excessive free play in the starter lock linkage.
  • - Damaged cable housing or end fittings.
  • - Starter locking mechanism sticking or operating inconsistently.

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