Mercury 200 Sport-Jet - Page 8

Features and Controls
Bilge Siphon......................................................................................................33
Warning System............................................................................................... 33
Operation
Before Starting the Engine................................................................................36
Prestarting Checklist......................................................................................... 36
Special Operating Instructions.......................................................................... 37
Engine Break‑In Procedure.............................................................................. 39
Starting the Engine........................................................................................... 39
Shifting.............................................................................................................. 41
Stopping the Engine......................................................................................... 42
Maintenance
Mercury Jet Drive Care..................................................................................... 43
Replacement Parts for Your Power Package................................................... 43
EPA Emissions Regulations............................................................................. 43
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule............................................................. 44
Clearing A Clogged Water Intake..................................................................... 46
Fuel System...................................................................................................... 47
Fuses ............................................................................................................... 49
Corrosion Control Anodes................................................................................ 51
Battery Inspection ............................................................................................ 51
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement..........................................................52
Flywheel Cover Removal and Installation......................................................... 54
Alternator Belt Inspection..................................................................................56
Compressor Air Intake Filter............................................................................. 56
Belt Tensioner Idler Pulley Lubrication............................................................. 57
Flushing the Cooling System............................................................................ 57
Drive Housing Lubricant................................................................................... 59
Stator Assembly Lubricant................................................................................ 60
Bilge Siphon Inspection.................................................................................... 62
Submerged Power Package............................................................................. 63
Storage
Storage Preparation..........................................................................................64
Protecting Internal Engine Components........................................................... 65
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