Mercury 40 4-Stroke User Manual

OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
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c. Make a center mark ("c"), midway between marks ("a" and "b"). Align the cable end guide
with this center mark when installing cable to the engine.
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c
a
2. Manually shift the outboard into neutral. The propeller will rotate freely.
3. Position the remote control handle into neutral.
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4. Fit the throttle cable through the rubber grommet.
a
b
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Rubber grommet b - Shift cable
5. Attach the shift cable to the shift lever with a cotter pin retainer.

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