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9. Start the engine and check all hoses for leaks.
Cleaning the Flame Arrestors
External contamination on the outside of the filter such as fiberglass
particals or insects can be removed with a lint free cloth or a vacuum
cleaner. If the filter appears to be clogged from heavy contamination,
contact your Mercury Marine MerCruiser dealer for cleaning of the filters.
Drive Belts
!
WARNING
Avoid possible serious injury or death. Make sure engine is shut off and
ignition key is removed before inspecting belts.
Periodically inspect all of the following drive belts for condition and
tension.
See your authorized Mercury Marine dealer for replacement or tension
adjustments.
1. Seawater Pump/Alternator Drive Belt
a
b
c
d
e
f
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a - Sea pump pulley
b - Seawater pump/
alternator drive belt
c - Crankshaft pulley
d - Idler pulley
e - Alternator pulley (adjust
belt tension here)
f - Tensioner gauge
Description N lb.
Seawater pump/alternator belt 360‑440 80‑100