Mercury 200 VERADO User Manual

MAINTENANCE
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3. Remove mounting bolts, using a twisting motion, and pull
pencil coils from spark plugs.
a
b
c
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a - Wiring harness
connector
b - Pencil coil
c - Bolt
4. Remove the spark plugs to inspect. Replace spark plug if
electrode is worn, threads of seal area are corroded, or the
insulator is rough, cracked, broken, blistered or fouled.
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5. Set the spark plug gap to specifications.
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Spark Plug
Spark Plug Gap 0.8 mm (0.0315 in.)
6. Saltwater use - Apply a thin coating of Anti-Seize Compound
only on threads of spark plugs.
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
81
Anti-Seize
Compound
Spark plug threads 92-881091K1
7. Clean area of spark plug seat.

Mercury 200 VERADO Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-Stroke
Gear Ratio	1.85:1
Full Throttle RPM Range	5800-6400 RPM
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Exhaust	Through Prop
Horsepower	200 HP
Fuel Induction System	Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Shaft Length	20", 25"
Starting	Electric
Fuel Type	87 Octane
Cylinder Configuration	Inline-6
Cooling System	Water-cooled with thermostat