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Mercury 135 Optimax User Manual

Mercury 135 Optimax
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MAINTENANCE
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WARNING
Improper fasteners or improper installation procedures can result in loosening or disengagement of
the steering link rod. This can cause a sudden, unexpected loss of boat control, resulting serious injury
or death due to occupants being thrown within or out of the boat. Always use required components
and follow instructions and torque procedures.
a
b
c
d
27843
a - Special washer head bolt (10-849838)
b - Flat washer (2)
c - Nylon insert locknut (11-826709113)
d - Nylon insert locknut (11-826709113)
Description Nm lb. in. lb. ft.
Special washer head bolt 27 20
Nylon insert locknut "d" 27 20
Nylon insert locknut "c" Tighten until seats, then back off 1/4 turn
Assemble steering link rod to steering cable with two flat washers and self-locking nylon insert locknut.
Tighten locknut until it seats, then back nut off 1/4 turn.
Assemble steering link rod to engine with special washer head bolt and self-locking nylon insert locknut.
First torque bolt, then torque locknut to specifications.
Fuse Replacement
IMPORTANT: Always carry spare 5 and 20 AMP fuses.
The electrical wiring circuits on the outboard are protected from overload by fuses in the wiring. If a fuse
is blown, try to locate and correct the cause of the overload. If the cause is not found, the fuse may blow
again.

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Mercury 135 Optimax Specifications

General IconGeneral
StartingElectric
ExhaustThrough Prop
Horsepower135 HP
Fuel Induction SystemDirect Fuel Injection
Alternator Amp60 Amp
Shaft Length20", 25"
Full Throttle RPM5250-5750
SteeringHydraulic

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