1975 Johnson 25 25R75B unknown part

[4runnersam]

I have a 1975 Johnson 25 and noticed this next to the carb. Can anyone tell me what it is and what it does? Thanks.

 

[F_R]

Electric choke solenoid

 

[jasper60103]

Welcome aboard and congrats on the "new to you" motor.
How can we help?

 

[boobie]

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[4runnersam]

Thank you