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FEATURES AND CONTROLS
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3.
Operate the engine at slow speed only. If engine speed
exceeds 2000 RPM, the outboard will automatically return
down to the maximum trim range.
AUXILIARY TILT SWITCH
The auxiliary tilt switch can be used to tilt the outboard up or
down using the power trim system.
a -
Auxiliary tilt switch
a
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
7
Warranty Registration
13
Warranty Information
13
Transfer of Warranty
14
Transfer of Mercury Product Protection (Extended Service Coverage) Plan United States and Canada
14
Outboard Limited Warranty
15
Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion
19
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions
23
U.S. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
25
Emission Control System Components
25
California Emissions Limited Warranty
26
California Air Resources Board Explanation of Your California Emission Control Warranty Statement
30
Emission Certification Star Label
31
Boater's Responsibilities
33
Before Operating Your Outboard
33
General Information
33
Boat Horsepower Capacity
34
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation
34
Propeller Selection
35
Outboard Remote Control Models
38
Remote Steering Notice
38
Lanyard Stop Switch
39
Protecting People in the Water
43
Passenger Safety Message - Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
44
Wave and Wake Jumping
45
Impact with Underwater Hazards
46
Exhaust Emissions
47
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard
49
Safe Boating Suggestions
50
Recording Serial Number
52
Specifications
52
Component Identification
54
Trailering Boat/Outboard
55
Fuel Recommendations
56
Fuel and Oil
56
Oil Recommendation - 135/150/175 (Standard) Models
58
Oil Recommendation - 150-175 Pro XS Models
58
Fuel Additives
58
Fuel Requirements
59
Avoiding Fuel Flow Restriction
59
Low Permeation Fuel Hose Requirement
59
EPA Pressurized Portable Fuel Tank Requirements
59
Fuel Demand Valve (FDV) Requirement
60
Mercury Marine's Pressurized Portable Fuel Tank
60
Filling Remote Oil Tank
61
Filling Engine-Mounted Oil Reservoir Tank
62
Filling Fuel Tank
63
Remote Control Features
64
Features and Controls
64
Warning System
65
Power Trim and Tilt
67
Pre-Starting Check List
72
Operating in Freezing Temperatures
72
Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water
73
Operating at High Elevations
73
Setting Trim Angle While Running Engine at Idle Speed
74
Engine Break-In Procedure
74
Starting the Engine
75
Gear Shifting
78
Stopping the Engine
79
Outboard Care
80
EPA Emissions Regulations
80
Maintenance
80
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule
81
Flushing the Cooling System
84
Top Cowl Removal and Installation
84
Cleaning Care for Top Cowl
85
Flywheel Cover Removal and Installation
85
Fuel System
86
Steering Link Rod Fasteners
88
Fuse Replacement
89
Corrosion Control Anode
90
Battery Inspection
91
Battery Information
91
Propeller Replacement
93
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement
96
Compressor Air Intake Filter
97
Alternator Belt Inspection
98
Lubrication Points
98
Checking Power Trim Fluid
101
Gearcase Lubrication
102
Submerged Outboard
104
Storage Preparation
105
Protecting Internal Engine Components
106
Protecting External Outboard Components
107
Gearcase
107
Positioning Outboard for Storage
107
Battery Storage
107
Starter Motor will Not Crank the Engine
108
Engine will Not Start
108
Troubleshooting
108
Engine Runs Erratically
109
Performance Loss
109
Battery will Not Hold Charge
109
Local Repair Service
110
Service Away from Home
110
Parts and Accessories Inquiries
110
Service Assistance
110
Owner Service Assistance
110
Mercury Marine Service Offices
111
Important Information
113
Outboard Installation
113
Boat Horsepower Capacity
114
Start in Gear Protection
114
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard
114
Fuel System
115
Installation Specifications
117
Lifting the Outboard
117
Steering Cable - Starboard Side Routed Cable
118
Steering Link Rod Fasteners
119
Determining Recommended Outboard Mounting Height
122
Drilling Outboard Mounting Holes
122
Fastening the Outboard to the Transom
124
Electrical, Hoses, and Control Cables
127
Single Outboard
129
Shift and Throttle Cable
132
Front Clamp Reassembly
139
Oil Injection Set-Up
140
Propeller Installation
143
Trim in Pin
144
Maintenance Log
146
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Model
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Category
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Language
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