Beefento Fuel Primer Choke Solenoid for Johnson Evinrude OMC (1980–2005) – Direct Fit, Single Unit

Beefento Fuel Primer Choke Solenoid is a direct-fit replacement for select Johnson, Evinrude and OMC outboard engines, restoring reliable fuel priming and choke control.

If your outboard is from the Johnson/Evinrude/OMC family made between 1980 and 2005 and it's acting up during starting or warm-up, a failing fuel primer choke solenoid is a common culprit. This Beefento unit is offered as an aftermarket swap for several OEM part numbers and fits a wide range of models, from 9.9 HP till larger Quiet Rider and 1.6L–4.0L OMC engines. The component is supplied singly and designed to match mounting points and electrical connections used on the original units.

Which engines and model years will this solenoid fit?

This solenoid covers many Johnson and Evinrude outboards and OMC engines produced over multiple decades. It targets small to mid-range HP engines and the Quiet Rider series, plus a broad set of OMC 1.6L–4.0L applications.

• Johnson Evinrude: 9.9–300 HP models from 1980–2005
• OMC Quiet Rider: 90–115 HP, years 1991–1993
• OMC: 1.6L–4.0L engines manufactured between 1982–1990

How does this replacement part match the original equipment?

The Beefento solenoid is manufactured to align with common OEM mounting and electrical configurations and is offered as a replacement for several known part numbers. It’s intended to minimize installation time and reduce fitment troubleshooting.

• Cross-references include: 5007356, 5828665, 437233, 437238, 43762, 434326, 397909
• Single-piece package includes one fuel primer choke solenoid ready for swap
• Designed for bolt-on replacement matching original connector locations

What symptoms suggest the solenoid needs replacing?

A failing fuel primer choke solenoid often shows as trouble priming fuel, hard starting, or inconsistent idle during warm-up. If electrical checks show the coil draws current but the plunger doesn't actuate, the solenoid may be worn or seized.

• Difficulty starting when cold or after sitting
• No audible click or movement from the choke/primer area when key is turned
• Intermittent fuel delivery during initial run cycles

How should I install and test the Beefento solenoid safely?

Installation is straightforward for mechanically inclined owners but should follow safety steps. Disconnect the battery, remove the old solenoid, compare mounting and plug orientation, then swap and test with the ignition system while monitoring for proper actuation.

• Always disconnect the battery before starting work
• Verify the replacement matches the old part’s mounting holes and connector
• After fitment, reconnect battery and confirm the solenoid actuates with ignition

Who this is for: Boat owners, marine mechanics, and restoration technicians working on legacy Johnson, Evinrude and OMC outboards who need a cost-effective, compatible replacement for a worn fuel primer choke solenoid. If you maintain engines from 1980 through the early 2000s and require a component that cross-references common OEM numbers, this Beefento unit provides a practical swap to restore proper priming and choke behavior without sourcing scarce original parts.