MerCruiser Sterndrive MX 6.2 MPI User Manual

© 2007 Mercury Marine Gasoline Engines - Sterndrive MPI Models 90-864195070 607
NOTE: The following applies to CE marked products only.
Declaration of Conformance – Mercury MerCruiser
This sterndrive or inboard engine when installed in accordance to Mercury
MerCruisers’ instructions complies with the requirements of the following directives
by meeting the associated standards, as amended:
Recreational Craft Directive 94/25/EC; 2003/44/EC
Applicable Requirement Standards Applied
Owner’s manual (A.2.5) ISO 10240
Openings in Hull, Deck and superstructure (A.3.4) ISO 9093‑1; ISO 9093‑2
Handling characteristics (A.4) ISO 8665
Inboard Engine (A.5.1.1) ISO 15584; ISO 10088; ISO 7840; ISO 10133
Fuel System (A.5.2) ISO 10088; ISO 7840; ISO 8469
Electrical System (A.5.3) ISO 10133; ISO 8846
Steering system (A.5.4)
Applicable portions of: ISO 10592, ISO 8848 and
ABYC P‑17
Exhaust emission requirements (B.2) ISO 8178
Owner’s manual (B.4) ISO 8665
Noise emission levels (C.1) ISO 14509
Ignition‑protected equipment (Annex II) ISO 8846; SAE J1171; SAE J1191; SAE J 2031
Mercury MerCruiser declares that our sterndrive or inboard engines without integral
exhaust, when installed in a recreational craft, in accordance with the manufacturers
supplied instructions, will meet the exhaust emissions requirements of the directive
mentioned above. This engine must not be put into service until the recreational craft
in which it is to be installed has been declared in conformity, if so required, with the
relevant provision of the directive.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EC, 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC
Generic emission standard EN 50081‑1
Generic immunity standard EN 50082‑1
Vehicles, boats and internal combustion engine
driven devices ‑ Radio disturbance characteristics
SAE J551 (CISPR 12)
Electrostatic discharge testing EN 61000‑6‑2; EN 61000‑4‑2; EN61000‑4‑3
The notified body responsible for surveillance of the quality system under Full Quality Assurance
Module H of Directive 2003/44/EC is:
Det Norske Veritas
Norway
Notified Body Number: 0575
This declaration is issued under the sole responsibility of Mercury Marine and Mercury MerCruiser.
Patrick C. Mackey
President ‑ Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, WI USA

MerCruiser Sterndrive MX 6.2 MPI Specifications

General

Brand	MerCruiser
Model	Sterndrive MX 6.2 MPI
Category	Engine
Language	English

Summary

Declaration of Conformance – Mercury MerCruiser

Identification Record

Section 1 - Warranty

Warranty Registration: United States and Canada

Warranty Registration: Outside the United States and Canada

Transfer of Warranty

Mercury MerCruiser Limited Warranty (Gasoline-Fueled Products Only)

Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package

Identification

Lanyard Stop Switch

Remote Controls (Non-DTS Models)

Remote Controls (DTS Models)

Synchronizing Dual Engines

Dual Helm Station Transfer

Describes how to transfer control between dual helm stations safely.

SYNCHRONIZING DUAL HELMS PRIOR TO STATION TRANSFER

Power Trim

Electrical System Overload Protection

Explains how fuses and circuit breakers protect the electrical system from overloads.

Audio Warning System

Engine Guardian Strategy

Explains the engine guardian system's role in protecting the engine from damage.

Warning Horn Signals

Section 3 - On The Water

Safe Boating Suggestions

Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Warns about the dangers of carbon monoxide and how to prevent exposure.

Basic Boat Operation (Non-DTS Models)

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Starting Engine After Stopped While In Gear

Throttle Only Operation

Freezing Temperature Operation

Protecting People In The Water

Impact With Underwater Hazards

Drive Unit Impact Protection

Operating With Low Water Inlets In Shallow Water

Propeller Selection

Getting Started

20-Hour Break-In Period

Essential rules and guidelines for the engine's initial 20-hour break-in period.

Section 4 - Specifications

Fuel Requirements

Important information and warnings regarding the correct type of gasoline to use.

Fuel Ratings

Engine Oil

Checking

Instructions for checking and filling engine oil levels.

Engine Specifications (MPI)

Fluid Specifications (MPI)

Section 5 - Maintenance

Owner/Operator Responsibilities

Outlines the owner's responsibilities for safe operation and maintenance.

Maintenance

Inspection

Maintenance Schedule - Sterndrive Models

Routine Maintenance

Daily, weekly, and bi-monthly maintenance checks for sterndrive models.

Scheduled Maintenance

Maintenance tasks performed at specific hour intervals or annually.

Changing Oil and Filter

Power Steering Fluid

Engine Coolant

Drive Unit Oil

Power Trim Fluid

Checking

Instructions for checking and filling power trim fluid.

Battery

Cleaning The Flame Arrestor

Water-Separating Fuel Filter (MPI)

Lubrication

Steering System

Sterndrive Unit and Transom Assembly

Procedure for lubricating the gimbal bearing on the sterndrive unit.

Propellers

Alpha Propeller Removal

Safety warnings and steps for removing an Alpha propeller.

Alpha Propeller Installation

Safety warnings and steps for installing an Alpha propeller.

Bravo One Propeller Removal

Bravo One Propeller Installation

Safety warnings and procedure for installing a Bravo One propeller.

Bravo Two Propeller Removal

Bravo Two Propeller Installation

Safety warnings and procedure for installing a Bravo Two propeller.

Bravo Three Propeller Removal

Bravo Three Propeller Installation

Serpentine Drive Belt

Replacing Belt and/or Adjusting Tension

Procedure for replacing or adjusting the serpentine drive belt tension.

Corrosion Protection

Maintaining Ground Circuit Continuity

Anodes and MerCathode System Locations

Location and importance of sacrificial anodes and the MerCathode system.

Checking the Quicksilver MerCathode System

Flushing the Power Package

The SeaCore Power Package Flushing Procedure

Section 6 - Storage

Cold Weather or Extended Storage

Recommendations for preparing the boat for cold weather or extended storage.

Preparing Power Package for Storage

Steps to prepare the power package for storage, including fuel and cooling systems.

ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM PREPARATION

Detailed instructions for preparing the engine and fuel system for storage.

Draining the Seawater System

Crucial steps for draining the seawater system to prevent freeze damage.

THREE POINT MANUAL DRAIN SYSTEM

MULTI-POINT DRAIN (MPD) SYSTEM

Battery Storage

Power Package Recommissioning

Section 7 - Troubleshooting

Diagnosing EFI Problems

How to diagnose problems with Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) systems.

Diagnosing DTS Problems

Engine Guardian System

Explains the function of the engine guardian system in monitoring and protecting the engine.

Starter Motor Will Not Crank Engine, Or Cranks Slow

Lists possible causes and remedies for starter motor issues.

Engine Will Not Start Or Is Hard To Start

Engine Runs Rough, Misses And/Or Backfires

Poor Performance

Excessive Engine Temperature

Troubleshooting guide for excessive engine overheating issues.

Insufficient Engine Temperature

Low Engine Oil Pressure

Troubleshooting steps for low engine oil pressure warnings.

Battery Will Not Come Up On Charge

Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Excessive Free-play Or Makes Unusual Sounds

Steering Wheel Turns Hard Or Jerky

Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Does Not Operate)

Troubleshooting steps when the power trim motor does not operate.

Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates But Sterndrive Unit Does Not Move)

Troubleshooting when the power trim motor runs but the sterndrive doesn't move.

Section 8 - Customer Assistance Information

Owner Service Assistance

Local Repair Service

Service Away From Home

Attention Required After Submersion