Mercury 80 User Manual

Owner Service Assistance
Service Assistance........................................................................................... 92
Ordering Literature............................................................................................94
Outboard Installation
Mercury Marine Validated Engine Mounting Hardware.................................... 96
Accessories Mounted to the Transom Clamp Bracket...................................... 96
Important Information......................................................................................100
Boat Horsepower Capacity............................................................................. 100
Start in Gear Protection.................................................................................. 101
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard....................................................... 101
Fuel System.................................................................................................... 101
Installation Specifications............................................................................... 106
Determining Recommended Outboard Mounting Height................................ 107
Drilling Outboard Mounting Holes................................................................... 108
Lifting Outboard.............................................................................................. 109
Shipping Bracket Removal............................................................................. 110
Steering Cable ‑ Starboard Side Routed Cable.............................................. 111
Fastening the Outboard to the Transom......................................................... 112
Steering Link Rod Fasteners (if equipped)..................................................... 117
Electrical, Fuel Hose, and Control Cables...................................................... 119
Trim In Pin...................................................................................................... 130
Maintenance Log
Maintenance Log............................................................................................ 131
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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)