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Mercury 40 FourStroke User Manual

Mercury 40 FourStroke
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MAINTENANCE
90-857046R1 NOVEMBER 2001 Page 1B-11
Fuel System
WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death from gasoline fire or explosion. Carefully follow all
fuel system service instructions. Always stop the engine and DO NOT smoke or
allow open flames or sparks in the area while servicing any part of the fuel system.
Before servicing any part of the fuel system, stop engine and disconnect the battery. Drain
the fuel system completely. Use an approved container to collect and store fuel. Wipe up
any spillage immediately. Material used to contain spillage must be disposed of in an ap-
proved receptacle. Any fuel system service must be performed in a well ventilated area. In-
spect any completed service work for signs of fuel leakage.
Fuel Filter
IMPORTANT: Visually inspect for fuel leakage from the filter by squeezing the primer
bulb until firm, forcing fuel into the filter.
Inspect the fuel line filter. If the filter appears to be contaminated, remove and replace.
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a-Filter
Fuel Line Inspection
Visually inspect the fuel line and primer bulb for cracks, swelling, leaks, hardness, or other
signs of deterioration or damage. If any of these conditions are found, the fuel line or primer
bulb must be replaced.

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Mercury 40 FourStroke Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMercury
Model40 FourStroke
CategoryOutboard Motor
LanguageEnglish

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