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OUTBOARD INSTALLATION

20791

a - 14 pin connector b - Remote 14 pin boat harness

SMARTCRAFT HARNESS CONNECTION

If SmartCraft gauges are being used with the outboard, route the SmartCraft wiring harness through the front

grommet and connect it to the SmartCraft harness connector on the engine.

20895

a - SmartCraft harness connector

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Declaration of Conformity1
Table of Contents3
Warranty Information7
Transfer of Warranty7
Warranty Registration United States and Canada7
Warranty Registration Outside the United States and Canada7
Fourstroke Outboard Limited Warranty United States, Canada and Europe8
Fourstroke Outboard Limited Warranty9
Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion11
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions12
General Information14
Boater's Responsibilities14
Before Operating Your Outboard14
Boat Horsepower Capacity14
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation15
Outboard Remote Control Models15
Remote Steering Notice15
Outboard Mounting Notice16
Propeller Selection16
Lanyard Stop Switch17
Protecting People in the Water18
Boats Having an Open Front Deck19
Passenger Safety Message - Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats19
Wave and Wake Jumping19
Impact with Underwater Hazards20
Exhaust Emissions21
Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning21
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard22
Safe Boating Suggestions22
Recording Serial Number23
80/100/115 Specifications - International23
Component Identification25
Transporting26
Trailering Boat/Outboard26
Fuel and Oil27
Fuel Recommendations27
Filling Fuel Tank28
Engine Oil Recommendations28
Checking and Adding Engine Oil28
Features and Controls30
Remote Control Features30
Warning System30
Warning Horn Signals30
Power Trim and Tilt32
Power Trim Operation33
Auxiliary Tilt Switch35
Shallow Water Operation35
Pre-Starting Check List36
Operating in Freezing Temperatures36
Operating in Salt Water or Polluted Water36
Setting Trim Angle While Running Engine at Idle Speed36
Engine Break-In Procedure37
Starting the Engine - Remote Control Models37
Warming up Engine39
Gear Shifting39
Stopping the Engine39
Maintenance41
Outboard Care41
EPA Emissions41
Owner Responsibility41
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule42
Flushing the Cooling System43
Top Cowl Removal and Installation43
Flywheel Cover Removal and Installation44
Cleaning Care for Top and Bottom Cowls45
Cleaning Care for the Powerhead (Saltwater Use)45
Battery Inspection46
Air Filter46
Fuel System47
High Pressure Fuel Filter48
Corrosion Control Anode50
Propeller Replacement50
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement53
Fuse Replacement54
Alternator Drive Belt Inspection55
Lubrication Points56
Checking Power Trim Fluid58
Changing Engine Oil58
Gearcase Lubrication60
Submerged Outboard61
Storage62
Storage Preparation62
Protecting External Outboard Components62
Protecting Internal Engine Components62
Gearcase63
Positioning Outboard for Storage63
Battery Storage63
Troubleshooting64
Starter Motor will Not Crank the Engine64
Engine will Not Start64
Engine Runs Erratically64
Performance Loss64
Battery will Not Hold Charge65
Owner Service Assistance66
Local Repair Service66
Service Away from Home66
Parts and Accessories Inquiries66
Service Assistance66
Mercury Marine Service Offices66
Outboard Installation68
Important Information68
Boat Horsepower Capacity68
Start in Gear Protection68
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard68
Fuel Tanks69
Portable Fuel Tank69
Filling the Fuel System69
Installation Specifications69
Lifting Outboard69
Steering Cable - Starboard Side Routed Cable70
Steering Link Rod Fasteners71
Determining Recommended Outboard Mounting Height73
Drilling Outboard Mounting Holes74
Fastening the Outboard to the Transom75
Electrical, Fuel Hose, and Control Cables77
Remote Wiring Harness78
Fuel Hose Connection81
Throttle Cable Installation84
Trim in Pin86

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