MerCruiser 3.0 MPI User Manual

Section 5 - Maintenance
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3. Lubricate the steering pin.
mc71904-1
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a - Steering pin
Tube Ref. No. Description Where Used Part No.
Synthetic Blend MerCruiser Engine
Oil SAE25W‑40
Steering pin 92‑883725K01
4. On dual engine boats: Lubricate the tie bar pivot points.
Tube Ref. No. Description Where Used Part No.
Synthetic Blend MerCruiser Engine
Oil SAE25W‑40
Tie bar pivot points 92‑883725K01
5. Upon first starting engine, turn steering wheel several times to starboard and then port
to ensure that the steering system operates properly before getting underway.
Manual Steering System
1. Inspect the bushings for debris and lubricate the bushings.
a
7167
a - Bushings
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
34
Special Lubricant 101 Steering cable end bushings 92-802865Q02

MerCruiser 3.0 MPI Specifications

General

Horsepower	135 hp (101 kW)
Ignition	Electronic
Cylinders	4
Aspiration	Naturally Aspirated
Compression Ratio	9.3:1
Full Throttle RPM	4400-4800 RPM
Displacement	3.0L / 181 CID
Fuel System	Multi-Port Injection (MPI)
Bore x Stroke	4.00" x 3.60" (101.6mm x 91.4mm)
Fuel Requirement	87 Octane Minimum
Engine Type	Inline 4
Cooling System	Raw water
Alternator Output	65 amp