Mercury 225 OptiMax Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Troubleshooting
Starter Motor Will Not Crank the Engine....................................82
Engine Will Not Start..................................................................82
Engine Runs Erratically.............................................................83
Performance Loss......................................................................83
Battery Will Not Hold Charge.....................................................83
Owner Service Assistance
Local Repair Service..................................................................84
Service Away from Home..........................................................84
Parts and Accessories Inquiries................................................84
Service Assistance....................................................................84
Mercury Marine Service Offices.................................................85
Outboard Installation
Important Information.................................................................87
Avoiding Fuel Flow Restriction..................................................87
Boat Horsepower Capacity........................................................88
Start in Gear Protection.............................................................88
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard..................................88
Fuel Tanks.................................................................................89
Filling the Fuel System..............................................................89
Installation Specifications..........................................................90
Lifting the Outboard...................................................................90
Steering Cable ‑ Starboard Side Routed Cable.........................91
Steering Link Rod Fasteners.....................................................92
Determining Recommended Outboard Mounting Height...........95
Drilling Outboard Mounting Holes..............................................96
Fastening the Outboard to the Transom....................................98
Electrical, Hoses, Control Cables and Front Clamp................101
Filling the Fuel System............................................................111
Oil Injection Set‑Up..................................................................112
Trim In Pin...............................................................................115

Mercury 225 OptiMax Specifications

General

Engine Type	V6
Horsepower	225 HP
Fuel Induction System	2-stage Direct Fuel Injection (DFI)
Alternator Output	60 amp / 756 watt
Weight	505 lbs / 229 kg
Cylinders	6
Starting	Electric
Gear Ratio	1.75:1
Displacement	3.0L
Shaft Length	20", 25"