Mercury 40 4-Stroke User Manual

MAINTENANCE
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REMOVAL
1. Read the preceeding fuel system servicing information and warning.
2. Pull out the filter assembly from mount. Hold the cover to prevent it from turning and remove the
sight bowl. Empty contents into an approved container.
3. Inspect the filter element and replace the filter assembly if necessary.
a
b
c
d
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a - Cover
b - Filter element
c - O-ring seal
d - Sight bowl
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT: Visually inspect for fuel leakage from the filter by squeezing the primer bulb until firm,
forcing fuel into the filter.
1. Push the filter element into the cover.
2. Place the O-ring seal into its proper position on the sight bowl, and screw the sight bowl hand
tight into the cover.
3. Push the filter assembly back into mount.
Engine Fuel Filter - Manual Starting Models
Read the preceeding fuel system servicing information and warning.
Inspect the fuel filter. If the filter appears to be contaminated, remove and replace.
IMPORTANT: Visually inspect for fuel leakage from the filter by squeezing the primer bulb until firm,
forcing fuel into the filter.
a
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a -
Fuel filter

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