Mercury 40/50EO - Connecting Remote Control Cables

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INSTALLATION

Connecting the Remote Control Cable to the Engine

1. Detach the top cowl by rotating the cowl latch.

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Table of Contents5
Transfer of Mercury Product Protection (Extended Service Coverage) Plan11
Transfer of Warranty11
Warranty Information11
Warranty Registration United States and Canada12
Outboard Limited Warranty13
Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion16
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions19
Before Operating Your Outboard22
Boater's Responsibilities22
General Information22
Boat Horsepower Capacity23
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation23
Outboard Remote Control Models23
Remote Steering Notice24
Lanyard Stop Switch25
Protecting People in the Water27
Passenger Safety Message - Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats28
Wave and Wake Jumping29
Impact with Underwater Hazards30
Exhaust Emissions31
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard33
Safe Boating Suggestions34
Recording Serial Number35
40/50 Specifications (Include English Units)36
Boat Horsepower Capacity51
Installing Outboard51
Installation of the Remote Control Box on Your Boat56
Installation of the Remote Control Cables (Box Side)56
Installing the Remote Control Box56
Connecting the Remote Control Cable to the Engine57
Connecting Electrical Harnesses61
Attaching the Steering Link Rod65
Battery Installation66
Propeller Selection67
Carrying the Motor69
Removing the Motor69
Transporting69
Trailering Boat/Outboard70
Mooring with the Engine Tilted up71
Storing the Motor75
Transporting Portable Fuel Tanks76
Fuel and Oil78
Fuel Recommendations78
Non-Oil Injected Models: MH, EH80
Oil Injected Models: EHO, EHPTO, EO, EPTO80
Oil Recommendation80
Features & Controls84
Remote Control Features84
Tilting Outboard84
Shallow Water Operation85
Trim Adjustment86
Steering Friction Adjustment90
Throttle Grip Turning Friction Adjustment91
Trim Tab Adjustment91
Operating in Freezing Temperatures94
Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water94
Operation94
Pre-Starting Check List94
Engine Break-In Procedure95
Operating at High Elevations95
Starting the Engine96
Gear Shifting104
Emergency Starting108
Stopping the Engine113
EPA Regulations116
Outboard Care116
EPA Emissions117
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule117
Flushing the Cooling System119
Top Cowl Removal and Installation120
Battery Inspection121
Fuel System121
Corrosion Control Anode124
Fuse Replacement - Electric Start Remote Control Models124
Propeller Replacement125
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement130
Gearcase Lubrication131
Lubrication Points131
Submerged Outboard134
Storage135
Storage Preparation135
Protecting External Outboard Components136
Protecting Internal Engine Components136
Battery Storage137
Gearcase137
Positioning Outboard for Storage137
Pre-Season Check137
Engine Runs Erratically139
Engine will Not Start139
Starter Motor will Not Crank the Engine (Electric Start Models)139
Troubleshooting139
Battery will Not Hold Charge140
Performance Loss140
Associated Parts141
Associated Parts142
Propeller Selection142
Note143
Optional Accessories144
Local Repair Service148
Owner Service Assistance148
Parts and Accessories Inquiries148
Service Assistance148
Service Away from Home148
Mercury Marine Service Offices149
Wiring Diagrams151
Wire Color Code Abbreviations152

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