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MAINTENANCE LOG

Maintenance Log

Record all maintenance performed on your outboard here. Be sure

to save all work orders and receipts.

Date Maintenance Performed Engine Hours

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Table of Contents5
Warranty Information9
Warranty Registration9
Transfer of Warranty9
Transfer of Mercury Product Protection (Extended Service Coverage) Plan United States and Canada10
Outboard Limited Warranty11
Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion14
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions17
General Information20
Boater's Responsibilities20
Before Operating Your Outboard20
Boat Horsepower Capacity21
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation21
Outboard Remote Control Models21
Remote Steering Notice22
Lanyard Stop Switch23
Protecting People in the Water25
Passenger Safety Message - Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats26
Wave and Wake Jumping27
Impact with Underwater Hazards28
Safety Instructions for Hand-Tilled Outboards29
Exhaust Emissions30
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard32
Safe Boating Suggestions32
Recording Serial Number34
40/50 Specifications34
Component Identification36
Installation37
Installing Outboard37
Propeller Selection39
Trailering Boat/Outboard40
Transporting Portable Fuel Tanks41
Fuel & Oil42
Fuel Recommendations42
Low Permeation Fuel Hose Requirement43
Oil Recommendation44
Fuel and Oil Ratio44
Mixing Fuel and Oil45
Filling Oil Injection System45
Filling Fuel Tank46
Features & Controls47
Remote Control Features47
Warning System - Electric Start Models48
Warning Horn System - Manual Start Models50
Engine Over-Speed Limiter51
Manual Tilt System51
Power Trim and Tilt (if Equipped)55
Throttle Grip Friction Adjustment - Tiller Handle Models59
Steering Friction Adjustment60
Trim Tab Adjustment61
Pre-Starting Check List62
Operating in Freezing Temperatures62
Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water63
Operating at High Elevations63
Engine Break-In Procedure63
Starting the Engine - Electric Start Remote Control Models64
Starting the Engine - Tiller Handle Models67
Gear Shifting71
Stopping the Engine72
Emergency Starting - Electric Start Models72
Emergency Starting - Manual Start Models75
Maintenance78
Outboard Care78
EPA Regulations78
EPA Emissions79
Owner Responsibility79
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule79
Flushing the Cooling System81
Exterior Care82
Top Cowl Removal and Installation82
Battery Inspection83
Fuel System83
Steering Link Rod Fasteners84
Fuse Replacement - Electric Start Models85
Corrosion Control Anode86
Propeller Replacement87
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement91
Lubrication Points92
Checking Power Trim Fluid95
Gearcase Lubrication96
Submerged Outboard97
Storage Preparation98
Protecting External Outboard Components99
Protecting Internal Engine Components99
Gearcase100
Positioning Outboard for Storage100
Battery Storage100
Troubleshooting101
Starter Motor will Not Crank the Engine (Electric Start Models)101
Engine will Not Start101
Engine Runs Erratically101
Performance Loss102
Battery will Not Hold Charge102
Owner Service Assistance103
Local Repair Service103
Service Away from Home103
Parts and Accessories Inquiries103
Service Assistance103
Mercury Marine Service Offices104
Maintenance Log106

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