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Section 4 - Maintenance
Page 82
90-8M0113924
eng
DECEMBER 2015
IMPORTANT: If the unit is to be stored in the water, the seacock should remain closed until time of usage. If unit is to be
stored out of the water, open the seacock.
20.
Open the seacock, if equipped, or reconnect the alternative water inlet source prior to operating the engine.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Read this Manual Thoroughly
3
Additional Operation Instructions for Axius Systems
10
Identification
10
Information Decal
10
Quick Response (QR) Code
10
Engine Serial Number
11
Bravo Sterndrive Serial Number and Identification
11
Bravo Transom Serial Number
12
Section 1 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
10
Lanyard Stop Switch
12
Keep the Lanyard Stop Switch and Lanyard Cord in Good Operating Condition
13
Instrumentation
13
Vesselview
13
Digital Gauges
14
Front Controls
14
Troll Control Speed Range Specification
14
Analog Gauges
15
Remote Controls (Non-DTS Models)
16
Remote Controls
16
Console Mount Features
16
Panel Mount Features
16
Zero Effort Features
17
Remote Controls (DTS Models)
17
Remote Controls
17
Panel Mount Features
18
DTS Slim Binnacle Single Handle Console Features and Operation
18
Special Digital Throttle and Shift (DTS) Features
19
Adjustment
20
Dual-Handle Electronic Remote Control (ERC)- Operation and Adjustment
20
Dual-Handle Electronic Remote Control (ERC)-Operation and Adjustment
20
Operation
20
Special Digital Throttle and Shift (DTS) Features
21
Dock
22
Throttle Only
22
Lever
23
Sync
23
Helm Transfer
24
Transfer (Boats Equipped with Dual Helms)
24
Zero Effort Features
24
Power Trim
25
Single Engine Trim/Trailer
26
Dual Engine Trim/Trailer
26
Trim Delta
26
Trim Without Key
26
Electrical System Overload Protection
26
Visual and Audio Warning Systems
30
Audio Warning System
30
Caution
30
Critical
30
Nonconfigured Alarm-DTS Only
30
Guardian Strategy
31
Testing the Audio Warning System
31
Section 2 - on the Water 2
33
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the Boat
33
Additional Operation Instructions for Axius Systems
34
Safe Boating Recommendations
34
Carbon Monoxide Exposure
35
Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
35
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas
35
Good Ventilation
35
Poor Ventilation
36
Basic Boat Operation (Non-DTS Models)
36
Launching and Boat Operation
36
Operation Chart
36
Starting and Stopping the Engine
37
Starting the Engine
37
Stopping the Engine
37
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
38
Freezing Temperature Operation
38
Starting the Engine after It Has Been Stopped While in Gear
38
Throttle Only Operation
38
Trailering the Boat
38
Basic Boat Operation (DTS Models)
38
Launching and Boat Operation
38
Operation Chart
38
Starting and Stopping the Engine
39
Starting the Engine
39
Freezing Temperature Operation
40
Stopping the Engine
40
Throttle Only Operation
40
Trailering the Boat
40
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
41
High-Speed and High-Performance Operation
41
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
41
Boats Having an Open Front Deck
41
Boats with Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
42
Protecting People in the Water
41
While You Are Cruising
41
While Boat Is Stationary
41
Impact with Underwater Hazards
42
Drive Unit Impact Protection
43
Wave and Wake Jumping
42
Conditions Affecting Operation
43
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the Boat
43
Cavitation
44
Elevation and Climate
44
Propeller Selection
44
The Bottom of the Boat
44
Ventilation
44
Operating with Low Water Inlets in Shallow Water
43
Getting Started
45
20-Hour Break-In Period
45
After the Break-In Period
45
End of First Season Checkup
45
Section 3 - Specifications
47
Engine Specifications
48
8.2 MAG, 8.2 MAG H.O. - Including Seacore Models
48
Fuel Requirements
48
Fuel Ratings
48
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasoline (USA Only)
48
Gasoline Containing Alcohol
48
Bu16 Butanol Fuel Blends
48
Methanol and Ethanol Fuel Blends
48
Engine Oil
49
Fluid Specifications
50
Engine
50
Bravo Sterndrives
50
Power-Assisted Steering and Power Trim Fluids
50
Approved Power-Assisted Steering Fluids
50
Approved Power Trim Fluids
51
Section 4 - Maintenance
53
Additional Operation Instructions for Axius Systems
54
Dealer Responsibilities
54
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions
54
Maintenance
54
Owner/Operator Responsibilities
54
Inspection
55
Mercruiser Gas Sterndrive Inspection and Maintenance Schedule
55
Daily Checks
55
After each Use
55
Weekly Checks
55
Every Two Months or 50 Hours
55
Annually or 100 Hours
55
Three Years or 300 Hours
56
Five Years or 500 Hours
56
Engine Oil
56
Checking
56
Filling
57
Engine Oil and Filter
57
Oil Removal with Drain Pump
58
Changing the Oil Filter
58
Closed Cooling System
59
Coolant Requirement
59
Checking Coolant Level
60
Filling the Closed Cooling System
60
Draining
61
Cleaning
61
Power-Assisted Steering Fluid
59
Checking
59
Filling
59
Changing
59
Sterndrive Gear Lube
61
Checking
61
Filling
62
Changing
62
Power Trim Fluid
64
Checking
64
Filling
64
Changing
64
Battery
65
Multiple EFI Engine Battery Precautions
65
Cleaning the Flame Arrestor
65
Cleaning the IAC Muffler (Non-DTS Models Only)
66
Changing the Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve (PCV)
67
Water-Separating Fuel Filter
67
Removal and Installation
68
Installation
68
Removal
68
Lubrication
69
Steering System
69
Throttle Cable
70
Shift Plate Control Cable Lubrication
71
Shift Cable - DTS
71
Driveshaft U-Joint Splines and O-Rings
71
Removed)
71
Engine Coupler
72
Driveshaft Extension Models
72
Propellers
72
Propeller Repair
72
Bravo One Propeller Removal
73
Bravo One Propeller Installation
73
Bravo Two Propeller Removal
74
Bravo Two Propeller Installation
74
Bravo Three Propeller Removal
75
Bravo Three Propeller Installation
76
Serpentine Drive Belt
77
Inspection
77
Checking
78
Replacing
78
Corrosion Protection
79
Corrosion Information
79
Maintaining Ground Circuit Continuity
79
Mercathode System Battery Requirements
79
Mercathode Theory of Operation
79
Anodes and Mercathode System Locations
80
Power Package Exterior Surfaces
81
Boat Bottom Care
82
Antifouling Paint
82
Sterndrive Surface Care
83
Flushing the Seawater System-Sterndrive Models
84
General Information-Bravo Sterndrive
84
Flushing Attachments
84
Sterndrive Water Pickups
84
Boat out of the Water-Bravo Sterndrive
85
Boat in the Water-Bravo Sterndrive
85
Boat out of the Water-Alternative Water Pickups
86
Boat in the Water-Alternative Water Pickups
86
Seacore Power Package Flushing Procedure
87
Models Using the Sterndrive Water Pickup
87
Section 5 - Storage
91
Cold Weather or Extended Storage
92
Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasolines (U.S.A. Only)
92
Fuel Containing Alcohol
92
Preparing Power Package for Storage-MPI Models
92
Engine and Fuel System Preparation
93
Special Fuel MIX
93
Maintenance
94
Draining the Seawater System
94
Drain System Identification
95
Air-Actuated Single-Point Drain System
95
Manual Drain System
95
Air-Actuated Single-Point Drain System
96
Boat in the Water
96
Boat out of the Water
97
Manual Drain System
98
Boat in the Water
98
Boat out of the Water
99
Draining Water from the Cool Fuel Module
100
Draining the Sterndrive
100
Battery Storage
101
Recommissioning the Power Package
101
Section 6 - Troubleshooting
103
Diagnosing EFI Problems
104
Engine Runs Rough, Misses, or Backfires
105
Low Engine Oil Pressure
106
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates but Sterndrive Unit Does Not Move)
107
Section 7 - Customer Assistance Information
109
Owner Service Assistance
110
Customer Service Literature
111
Other Languages
112
Section 8 - Checklists
113
Predelivery Inspection (PDI)
114
Customer Delivery Inspection (CDI)
115
Section 9 - Maintenance Log
117
Scheduled Maintenance Log
118
Vessel Maintenance Notes
119
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