Mercury 8 User Manual

ENGINE INSTALLATION
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WARNING
Improper fasteners or improper installation procedures can result
in loosening or disengagement of the steering link rod. This can
cause a sudden, unexpected loss of boat control, resulting in
serious injury or death due to occupants being thrown within or
out of the boat. Always use required components and follow
instructions and torque procedures.
a
b
b
c
d
b
f
e
g
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a - Bolt (12‑71970)
b - Flat washer
c - Spacer
d - Nylon insert locknut (11‑16147‑‑3)
e - Steering bracket ‑ Install steering link rod into side hole
f - Nylon insert locknut (11‑16147‑‑3) (tighten until seats
then back off 1/4 turn)
g - Seal
Description Nm lb. in. lb. ft.
Nylon insert locknut "d" 27 20
Nylon insert locknut "f" Tighten until seats, then back off 1/4 turn

Mercury 8 Specifications

General

Full Throttle RPM	5000-6000 RPM
Cylinders	2
Gear Ratio	2.08:1
Horsepower	8 HP
Starting	Manual
Shaft Length	15 in, 20 in
Fuel Tank Capacity	External