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Mercury 40 4-Stroke - Features & Controls

Mercury 40 4-Stroke
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FEATURES & CONTROLS
Remote Control Features.....................................................................................................................25
Warning System ‑ Manual Starting Models.......................................................................................... 25
Warning System ‑ Electric Starting Models.......................................................................................... 26
Power Trim and Tilt...............................................................................................................................28
Manual Tilt System ..............................................................................................................................30
Throttle Grip Friction Adjustment ‑ Tiller Handle Models...................................................................... 33
Steering Friction Adjustment................................................................................................................. 33
Trim Tab Adjustment............................................................................................................................35
OPERATION
Pre‑Starting Check List.........................................................................................................................36
Operating In Freezing Temperatures.................................................................................................... 36
Operating In Salt Water Or Polluted Water........................................................................................... 36
Pre‑Starting Instructions.......................................................................................................................36
Engine Break‑in Procedure................................................................................................................... 37
Starting the Engine ‑ Remote Control Models...................................................................................... 37
Starting The Engine ‑ Tiller Handle Models.......................................................................................... 39
Gear Shifting ........................................................................................................................................42
Stopping The Engine ...........................................................................................................................43
Emergency Starting .............................................................................................................................43
MAINTENANCE
Outboard Care......................................................................................................................................46
EPA Emissions.....................................................................................................................................46
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule................................................................................................. 46
Flushing the Cooling System................................................................................................................ 47
Top Cowl Removal and Installation...................................................................................................... 48
Exterior Care.........................................................................................................................................49
Battery Inspection ................................................................................................................................49
Fuel System..........................................................................................................................................49
Engine Fuel Filter ‑ Electric Starting Models......................................................................................... 49
Engine Fuel Filter ‑ Manual Starting Models......................................................................................... 50
Steering Link Rod Fasteners................................................................................................................51
Corrosion Control Anode......................................................................................................................51
Propeller Replacement.........................................................................................................................52
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement.............................................................................................. 54
Fuse Replacement................................................................................................................................55
Timing Belt Inspection..........................................................................................................................56
Lubrication Points.................................................................................................................................56
Checking Power Trim Fluid................................................................................................................... 59
Changing Engine Oil ............................................................................................................................59
Gearcase Lubrication............................................................................................................................61
Submerged Outboard...........................................................................................................................62

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