Mercury 80 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE
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CAUTION
Fuel vapor vent system is under pressure. Cover valve assembly with a rag or towel to prevent fuel or fuel
vapor spray. Relieve pressure slowly.
3. Place a rag or towel around the valve, and release the fuel pressure by pushing the core of the valve end
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4. Push in on the fuel hose release tabs and disconnect the fuel hoses from the fuel filter.
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a - Fuel hose release tab b - Low pressure fuel filter
Installation
1. Install the new fuel filter so the arrow points towards the engine.
2. Connect the fuel hoses to the fuel filter securely with the locking hose connections.
3. If removed, place the fuel hose into the fuel hose retainer.

Mercury 80 Specifications

General

Steering	Remote
Shaft Length	20 in (508 mm)
Gear Ratio	2.07:1
Horsepower	80 hp
Full Throttle RPM Range	5000-6000 RPM
Bore x Stroke	3.15 x 3.15 in (80 x 80 mm)