Mercury 6.2L MPI

16. Press the release button on the flush socket to disconnect the quick‑connect fitting and water hose from the engine.
a - Quick‑connect fitting (water hose end)
b - Flush socket release button
17. Remove the quick‑connect fitting from the water hose.
a - Quick‑connect fitting (water hose end)
b - Water hose
18. Store the quick‑connect fitting on the boat for easy access.
IMPORTANT: Do not store the quick‑connect fitting in the flush socket on the engine. Doing so would allow the seawater
pump to suck air during engine operation causing an overheating problem. Damages due to engine overheating are not
covered by Mercury MerCruiser Warranty.
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Quick-connect fitting: store on the boat, NOT the engine
19. Insert the dust cover in the flush socket on the engine.
Dust cover installed in the flush socket
a - Dust cover
b - Flush socket
20. Install the propeller.
b
a
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b
a
b
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