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Mercury 40 Jet User Manual

Mercury 40 Jet
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MAINTENANCE
81
iii. Reconnect the vent hose onto the grease fitting after
greasing.
a
b
28691
a - Grease fitting b - Vent hose
NOTE: After 30 hours of operation, pump in extra grease to purge
out any moisture. Visually inspecting the purged grease at this
time will give an indication of conditions inside the bearing
housing. A gradual increase in moisture content indicates seal
wear. If the grease begins to turn a dark, dirty gray color, the
driveshaft bearing and seals should be inspected and replaced if
necessary. Some discoloration of the grease is normal during the
break‑in period on a new set of seals.
2. Lubricate the following with Quicksilver or Mercury Precision
Lubricants 2‑4‑C with Teflon or Special Lubricant 101.
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
95
2-4-C with Teflon
Tilt support lever,
swivel bracket, tilt
tube, steering cable
grease fitting
92-802859A
1
34
Special Lubricant 101
Tilt support lever,
swivel bracket, tilt
tube, co-pilot shaft,
and steering cable
grease fitting
92-802865Q0
2
Tilt support lever ‑ Lubricate through fitting.

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Mercury 40 Jet Specifications

General IconGeneral
Cylinders3
StartingElectric
SteeringRemote
Shaft Length20 in
Horsepower40 HP
Alternator Output226-watt
Warranty3 years

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