Sierra 18-5624 Outboard Starter, Replaces OMC 586279, Fits 40-50 HP Johnson/Evinrude 1989-99
Sierra 18-5624 Outboard Starter, Replaces OMC 586279, Fits 40-50 HP Johnson/Evinrude 1989-99
The Sierra 18-5624 is a 12 volt DC outboard starter motor built to crank Johnson/Evinrude 40-50 HP outboards from the 1989-99 model years. It is constructed from alloy steel and metal components for durability in a marine environment and is designed as a direct equivalent to the OMC 586279 starter used on this application. The starter is a complete, ready-to-install unit that bolts in as a factory replacement, restoring reliable engine cranking without modification to the outboard's wiring or mounting hardware.
Sierra manufactures this starter to meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment part it replaces, making it a straightforward swap for boat owners replacing a worn, weak, or failed starter motor. At 5.98 pounds and measuring 10 x 4 x 4 inches, the 18-5624 is sized and weighted to match the original OMC starter footprint on 40-50 HP Johnson/Evinrude powerheads covered by this application.
Specifications
- Brand: Sierra
- Manufacturer Part Number: 18-5624
- Product Type: Outboard Starter Motor
- Voltage: 12 Volts DC
- Material: Alloy Steel, Metal
- Weight: 5.98 pounds
- Dimensions: 10 x 4 x 4 inches
- OEM Cross-Reference: 586279
Fitment
- Johnson/Evinrude 40-50 HP outboards, 1989-99
Replaces (OEM)
- 586279
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Sierra 18-5624 starter fit? The Sierra 18-5624 is built for Johnson/Evinrude 40-50 HP outboards from the 1989-99 model years.
Is the 18-5624 a direct replacement for OMC 586279? Yes, the Sierra 18-5624 is designed as a direct equivalent to the OMC 586279 starter used on 40-50 HP Johnson/Evinrude outboards from 1989-99.
What voltage is the 18-5624 starter? This Sierra outboard starter operates on 12 volts DC, matching the electrical system of the covered Johnson/Evinrude 40-50 HP outboards.
How much does the Sierra 18-5624 starter weigh? The 18-5624 weighs 5.98 pounds.
What are the dimensions of the Sierra 18-5624 starter? The starter measures 10 x 4 x 4 inches.
What material is the Sierra 18-5624 starter made from? It is constructed from alloy steel and metal components for durability in marine use.
Will the 18-5624 work on any Johnson or Evinrude outboard? No, the 18-5624 is specific to Johnson/Evinrude 40-50 HP outboards from 1989-99; other horsepower ranges and years use different Sierra starter part numbers.
Is the Sierra 18-5624 a genuine OMC part or aftermarket? The 18-5624 is a Sierra-manufactured aftermarket starter engineered to meet or exceed the performance of the original OMC 586279 starter it replaces.
What is included when I order the 18-5624? The Sierra 18-5624 ships as a complete, ready-to-install outboard starter motor.
How do I know if my starter needs replacing with the 18-5624? If a Johnson/Evinrude 40-50 HP outboard (1989-99) cranks slowly, clicks without turning over, or fails to engage, the original starter is often the cause, and the Sierra 18-5624 is the matching replacement for that application.