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Section 9 - Checklists
Page 122
90-8M0074347
eng
OCTOBER 2012
N/A
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Item
Functions of SmartCraft accessories (if applicable)
Off‑season storage and maintenance schedule
Engine (starting, stopping, shifting, using throttle)
Boat (lights, battery switch location, fuses/breakers)
Trailer (if applicable)
Registration:
Complete and submit warranty registration—provide the customer with a copy
129
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
3
Read this Manual Thoroughly
3
Table of Contents
5
Section 1 - Warranty
9
Warranty Information and Policies
10
Warranty Registration-United States and Canada
10
Warranty Registration-Outside the United States and Canada
10
Transfer of Warranty
10
Mercury Installation Quality Certification Program
11
Mercury Product Protection Plan: United States and Canada
11
Mercury Mercruiser Limited Warranty (Gasoline-Fueled Products Only)
12
3-Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion
14
Emission Control Warranty Information-3.0 TKS
15
Important Information
15
Emission Control Information Label
15
Owner Responsibility
16
Emission Control System Components
17
U.S. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
17
Warranty Policy-Australia and New Zealand
18
Mercruiser Limited Warranty-Australia and New Zealand Policy
18
Duration of Coverage for this Limited Warranty
18
Guarantees under Australian Consumer Law
18
Termination of Coverage
18
Transfer of Coverage
18
Warranty Period for Commercial Use
18
Warranty Period for Recreational Use
18
What Is Covered
18
Conditions that Must be Met to Obtain Warranty Coverage
19
How to Obtain Warranty Coverage under this Limited Warranty
19
What Is Not Covered
19
What Mercury will Do
19
Expense of Claiming this Limited Warranty
20
Transfer of Warranty-Australia and New Zealand Policy
20
Global Warranty Application Charts (3.0 TKS)
21
TKS Sterndrive Series Non-Emissions Control (Recreational Use)
21
TKS Sterndrive Series Non-Emissions Control (Commercial Use)
21
TKS Sterndrive Series Non-Emissions Control (Government Use)
22
TKS Sterndrive Series Non-Emissions Control (Recreational Use-Corrosion)
22
TKS Sterndrive Series Non-Emissions Control (Commercial Use-Corrosion)
23
TKS Sterndrive Series Non-Emissions Control (Government Use-Corrosion)
23
Global Warranty Application Charts (3.0 MPI-ECT)
24
MPI Sterndrive Series with Emissions Control Technology (Recreational Use)
24
MPI Sterndrive Series with Emissions Control Technology (Commercial Use)
24
MPI Sterndrive Series with Emissions Control Technology (Government Use)
25
MPI Sterndrive Series with Emissions Control Technology (Recreational Use-Corrosion)
25
MPI Sterndrive Series with Emissions Control Technology (Commercial Use-Corrosion)
26
MPI Sterndrive Series with Emissions Control Technology (Government Use-Corrosion)
26
Emission Certification Star Label
26
Hang Tag
27
Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
29
Identification Information
30
Identification
30
Alpha Sterndrive Decal Identification
30
Alpha Transom Serial Number
30
Engine Serial Number Decal
31
Lanyard Stop Switch
31
Instrumentation
32
Vesselview
32
Smartcraft Speedometer and Tachometer Digital Gauges
33
System Link Digital Gauges
33
Remote Controls
34
Panel Mount Features
34
Console Mount Features
34
Power Trim
35
Single Engine Trim/Trailer
36
Dual Engine Trim/Trailer
36
Electrical System Overload Protection-3.0 MPI ECT
36
Electrical System Overload Protection-3.0 TKS
39
Audio, Visual, and Engine Warning Systems-3.0 MPI ECT
41
Audio Warning System
41
Caution
42
Service Engine Light and OBD-M MIL Kit
42
Severe
42
Testing the Audio Warning System
42
Guardian Strategy
43
Testing the OBD-M Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
43
Audio Warning System-3.0 TKS
43
Testing the Audio Warning System
43
Safe Boating Suggestions
46
Carbon Monoxide Exposure
47
Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
47
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas
47
Good Ventilation
47
Poor Ventilation
48
Launching and Boat Operation
48
Operation Chart
48
Starting and Stopping the Engine-3.0 MPI ECT
49
Starting and Stopping the Engine
49
Starting the Engine
49
Starting the Engine after Stopped While in Gear
50
Stopping the Engine
50
Starting and Stopping the Engine-3.0 TKS
50
Starting and Stopping the Engine
50
Starting the Engine
50
Starting the Engine after It Has Been Stopped While in Gear
50
Throttle Only Operation
51
Trailering the Boat
51
Freezing Temperature Operation
51
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
51
Protecting People in the Water
51
While You Are Cruising
51
While Boat Is Stationary
51
High-Speed and High-Performance Operation
51
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
52
Boats Having an Open Front Deck
52
Boats with Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
52
Wave and Wake Jumping
52
Impact with Underwater Hazards
53
Drive Unit Impact Protection
53
Conditions Affecting Operation
53
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the Boat
53
The Bottom of the Boat
54
Cavitation
54
Ventilation
54
Elevation and Climate
54
Propeller Selection
54
Getting Started-3.0 MPI ECT
55
20-Hour Break-In Period
55
After Break-In Period
55
End of First Season Checkup
55
Getting Started-3.0 TKS
55
End of First Season Checkup
56
Section 4 - Specifications
57
Specifications-3.0 MPI ECT
58
Engine Specifications-3.0 MPI ECT
58
Fuel Requirements
58
Fuel Ratings
58
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasoline (USA Only)
58
Engine Oil
59
Gasoline Containing Alcohol
59
Engine
60
Fluid Specifications
60
Sterndrives
60
Specifications-3.0 TKS
60
Engine Specifications-3.0 TKS
60
Fuel Requirements
61
Fuel Ratings
61
Gasolines Containing Alcohol
61
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasolines (USA Only)
61
Engine
62
Engine Oil
62
Fluid Specifications
62
Sterndrives
62
General Information
64
Owner/Operator Responsibilities
64
Dealer Responsibilities
64
Maintenance
64
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions
64
Section 5 - Maintenance
64
Inspection
65
Sealed Carburetor Mixture Screw
65
Maintenance Schedules-3.0 MPI ECT
65
Routine Maintenance
65
Scheduled Maintenance
66
Maintenance Schedules-3.0 TKS
67
Routine Maintenance
67
Scheduled Maintenance
68
Maintenance Log
69
Engine Oil-3.0 MPI ECT
70
Checking and Filling
70
Changing Oil and Filter
70
Using the Engine Oil Drain Pump
71
Changing the Oil Filter
71
Important Information
71
Engine Oil-3.0 TKS
71
Checking and Filling
72
Changing
72
Using the Easy Engine Oil Drain System, if Equipped
72
Changing the Oil Filter
73
Using the Engine Oil Drain Pump
73
Power-Assisted Steering Fluid-3.0 MPI ECT
74
Checking
74
Filling
74
Changing
74
Power-Assisted Steering Fluid-3.0 TKS
74
Filling
75
Changing
75
Engine Coolant-3.0 MPI ECT
75
Checking
75
Filling
76
Changing
77
Engine Coolant-3.0 TKS
77
Checking
77
Filling
78
Changing
78
Alpha Sterndrive Gear Lube
78
Checking
79
Filling
79
Changing
80
Power Trim Fluid
81
Checking
81
Filling
81
Changing
82
Scheduled Maintenance Procedures Specifically for 3.0 MPI ECT
82
Cleaning the Flame Arrestor
82
Cleaning the IAC Muffler
82
Changing the Water-Separating Fuel Filter
83
Inspecting the Fuel Pump Sight Tube
84
Drive Belts
84
Checking
84
Alternator Belt
85
Power Steering Pump Drive Belt
85
Replacing Belts on Front Mount Models
85
Replacing Belts on Side Mount Models
85
Alternator Belt
86
Scheduled Maintenance Procedures Specifically for 3.0 TKS
86
Cleaning the Flame Arrestor
86
Changing
87
Changing the Water-Separating Fuel Filter
87
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve (PCV)
87
Checking
88
Drive Belts
88
Fuel Pump Sight Tube Inspection
88
Power Steering Pump Drive Belt, if Equipped
88
Replacing - Front Mount Models
88
Alternator Belt
89
Power Steering Pump Drive Belt, if Equipped
89
Replacing - Side Mount Models
89
Alternator Belt
90
Lubrication
90
Steering System
90
Manual Steering System
91
Throttle Cable-3.0 MPI ECT
92
Throttle Cable-3.0 TKS
92
Shift Cable - Typical
93
Sterndrive U-Joint Shaft Splines and O-Rings (Sterndrive Unit Removed)
93
Engine Coupler
93
Driveshaft Extension Models
94
Propellers
94
Propeller Repair
94
Alpha Propeller Removal
94
Alpha Propeller Installation
95
Flushing the Power Package
95
Flushing Attachments
96
Sterndrive Water Pickups
96
Battery
97
Corrosion Protection
97
Painting Your Power Package
101
Cold Weather or Extended Storage
104
Preparing Power Package for Storage-3.0 MPI ECT
104
Engine and Fuel System Preparation
104
Preparing Power Package for Storage-3.0 TKS
105
Section 6 - Storage
105
Engine and Fuel System Preparation
106
Draining the Seawater System
107
Draining the 3.0 MPI ECT Seawater System
107
Single-Point Drain System
107
Draining the Seawater Section of Models with Closed Cooling
108
Draining the 3.0 TKS Seawater System
110
Single Point Drain System
110
Draining the Seawater Section of Models with Closed Cooling
111
Clearing Clogged Blue Drain Hoses
113
Draining the Sterndrive
115
Battery Storage
115
Recommissioning the Power Package
115
Section 7 - Troubleshooting
117
Troubleshooting Information and Charts Specifically for 3.0 MPI ECT
118
Diagnosing EFI Problems
118
Engine Guardian System
118
Starter Motor will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slowly
118
Engine will Not Start or Is Hard to Start
118
Engine Runs Rough, Misses, or Backfires
119
Poor Performance
119
Troubleshooting Charts Specifically for 3.0 TKS
119
Starter Motor will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slow
119
Engine will Not Start or Is Hard to Start
119
Engine Runs Rough, Misses, or Backfires
120
Poor Performance
120
Troubleshooting Charts for 3.0 MPI ECT and 3.0 TKS
120
Excessive Engine Temperature
120
Insufficient Engine Temperature
121
Low Engine Oil Pressure
121
Battery will Not Recharge
121
Remote Control Is Difficult to Move, Has Excessive Play, or Makes Unusual Sounds
121
Steering Wheel Jerks or Is Difficult to Turn
121
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Does Not Operate)
121
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates but Sterndrive Unit Does Not Move)
122
Section 8 - Customer Assistance Information
123
Owner Service Assistance
124
Local Repair Service
124
Service Away from Home
124
Stolen Power Package
124
Attention Required after Submersion
124
Replacement Service Parts
124
Parts and Accessories Inquiries
124
Resolving a Problem
124
Contact Information for Mercury Marine Customer Service
125
Customer Service Literature
125
English Language
125
Other Languages
126
Ordering Literature
126
United States and Canada
126
Outside the United States and Canada
126
Section 9 - Checklists
127
Predelivery Inspection (PDI)
128
Customer Delivery Inspection (CDI)
129
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