Mercury 40 Jet User Manual

OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
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Description Nm lb. in. lb. ft.
Nylon insert locknut "b" 27 20
Nylon insert locknut "e"
Tighten until it seats, then back off 1/4
turn
Assemble steering link rod to steering cable with two flat washers
and nylon insert locknut. Tighten locknut until it seats, then back
nut off 1/4 turn.
Assemble steering link rod to engine with special washer head bolt,
locknut and spacer. First torque bolt, then torque locknut to
specifications.
Steering Cable Seal
1. Mark tilt tube 6.4 mm (0.25 in.) from end. Install seal
components.
2. Thread cap to the mark.
a
b
c
d
8041
a
a - 6.4 mm (1/4 in.)
b - Plastic spacer
c - O‑ring seal
d - Cap
Fuel Hose Connection ‑ Remote Control Models
REMOTE FUEL HOSE SIZE
Minimum fuel hose inside diameter (ID) is 8 mm (5/16 in.). Use a
separate fuel hose/fuel tank pickup for each engine.

Mercury 40 Jet Specifications

General

Cylinders	3
Starting	Electric
Steering	Remote
Shaft Length	20 in
Horsepower	40 HP
Alternator Output	226-watt
Warranty	3 years