Mercury 200 VERADO User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Maintenance
Outboard Care...........................................................................99
EPA Emissions........................................................................ 100
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule....................................100
Flushing The Cooling System..................................................102
Cowl Removal and Installation................................................ 103
Cleaning Care for Top and Bottom Cowls............................... 105
Cleaning Care for the Powerhead (Saltwater Use)..................106
Battery Inspection ................................................................... 106
DTS Battery Specifications...................................................... 107
Air Filter................................................................................... 108
Fuel System.............................................................................111
Corrosion Control Anode......................................................... 114
Propeller Replacement............................................................ 115
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement.................................116
Fuses....................................................................................... 118
DTS Wiring System................................................................. 120
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection.............................................. 120
Checking Power Trim Fluid......................................................121
Checking Power Steering Fluid............................................... 122
Changing Engine Oil ...............................................................122
Gearcase Lubrication...............................................................126
Storage
Storage Preparation.................................................................129
Protecting External Outboard Components............................. 130
Protecting Internal Engine Components.................................. 130
Gearcase................................................................................. 130
Positioning Outboard For Storage........................................... 130
Battery Storage........................................................................131
Troubleshooting
Starter Motor Will Not Crank the Engine..................................132
Engine Will Not Start................................................................132
Engine Starts But Will Not Shift Into Gear............................... 132

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