Mercury 135 Optimax - Page 7

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE
Local Repair Service.............................................................................................................................53
Service Away From Home....................................................................................................................53
Parts And Accessories Inquiries........................................................................................................... 53
Service Assistance...............................................................................................................................53
Mercury Marine Service Offices............................................................................................................ 53
OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
Important Information............................................................................................................................55
Avoiding Fuel Flow Restriction............................................................................................................. 55
Electric Fuel Pump................................................................................................................................55
Boat Horsepower Capacity...................................................................................................................55
Start in Gear Protection........................................................................................................................56
Selecting Accessories For Your Outboard............................................................................................ 56
Fuel Tanks............................................................................................................................................56
Installation Specifications..................................................................................................................... 57
Lifting the Outboard..............................................................................................................................57
Steering Cable ‑ Starboard Side Routed Cable.................................................................................... 58
Steering Link Rod Fasteners................................................................................................................ 59
Determining Recommended Outboard Mounting Height...................................................................... 61
Drilling Outboard Mounting Holes.........................................................................................................61
Fastening the Outboard to the Transom............................................................................................... 63
Electrical, Hoses, and Control Cables.................................................................................................. 65
Shift and Throttle Cable........................................................................................................................ 69
Front Clamp Reassembly.....................................................................................................................73
Filling the Fuel System.........................................................................................................................74
Oil Injection Set‑up...............................................................................................................................75
Propeller Installation.............................................................................................................................77
Trim In Pin............................................................................................................................................78