Mercury 225 VERADO Installation Manual

200/225/250/275 VERADO 4-STROKE
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3. Ensure O-ring seals are in place on end of steering helm fittings.
a
b
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a - O-ring seals (4) b - Plug - not used
4. Make the hose connections to the steering helm as shown. Use a thin wrench and
hold the helm fittings from turning while tightening hoses. Do not over-tighten the hose
connections.
a
P
T
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R STAR
L PORT
b
c
d
e
a - Thin wrench
b - Helm hex fitting wrench size (P & T) - 19 mm (3/4 in.)
c - Helm hex fitting wrench size (R & L) - 16 mm (5/8 in.)
d - Hydraulic hose hex fitting wrench size (P & T) - 21 mm (13/16 in.)
e - Hydraulic hose hex fitting wrench size (R STAR & L PORT) - 18 mm
(11/16 in.)
Helm Fitting ID Mark Hose ID Mark Description
P P Pressure from pump to helm
T T Tank low pressure return to pump

Mercury 225 VERADO Specifications

General

Horsepower	225 HP
Full Throttle RPM Range	5800-6400 RPM
Steering	Electro-hydraulic power steering
Dry Weight	635 lbs / 288 kg
Cylinders	6
Gear Ratio	1.85:1
Alternator Output	70 amp (882 watt)
Shaft Length	20", 25"
Starting System	Electric
Warranty	3 years
Fuel Induction System	Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)