Mercury 40 4-Stroke User Manual

FEATURES & CONTROLS
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NOTE: To maintain proper adjustment, the locknut located on top of the steering friction lever pivot shaft
can be tightened.
a
b
c
26811
a - Tighten friction
b - Loosen friction
c - Locknut
REMOTE STEERING MODELS
!
WARNING
Insufficient friction adjustment can cause serious injury or death due to loss of boat control. When
setting the friction adjustment, maintain sufficient steering friction to prevent the outboard from steering
into a full turn if the tiller handle or steering wheel is released.
Steering Friction Adjustment - Adjust this screw to achieve the desired steering friction (drag) on the
steering wheel. Turn screw clockwise to tighten friction or turn counterclockwise to loosen friction.
a
b
28519
a -
Loosen friction b - Tighten friction

Mercury 40 4-Stroke Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-Stroke
Horsepower	40 hp
Cylinders	3
Fuel Induction System	Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Starting	Electric
Displacement	747 cc
Shaft Length	20 in
Dry Weight	216 lbs
Steering	Remote
Alternator Amp	18 amp / 226 watt
Full Throttle RPM	5500 - 6000 RPM