Mercury 9.9 User Manual

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Maintenance
Outboard Care........................................................................... 92
EPA Emission Regulations........................................................ 92
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule...................................... 93
Flushing the Cooling System..................................................... 95
Top Cowl Removal And Installation........................................... 98
Battery Inspection ..................................................................... 98
Exterior Care..............................................................................99
Fuel System............................................................................... 99
Steering Link Rod Fasteners................................................... 100
Corrosion Control Anode ........................................................ 102
Propeller Replacement ........................................................... 102
Fuse Replacement ‑ Electric Start Models ............................. 104
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement.................................105
Timing Belt Inspection............................................................. 106
Changing Engine Oil ............................................................... 107
Lubrication Points ................................................................... 108
Gearcase Lubrication...............................................................111
Checking Power Tilt Fluid........................................................ 114
Submerged Outboard.............................................................. 114
Storage
Storage Preparation.................................................................115
Protecting External Outboard Components............................. 116
Protecting Internal Engine Components.................................. 116
Gearcase................................................................................. 116
Positioning Outboard for Storage............................................ 117
Battery Storage........................................................................ 117

Mercury 9.9 Specifications

General

Cylinders	2
Fuel Tank	External
Full Throttle RPM Range	5000 - 6000 RPM
Fuel Induction System	Carbureted
Alternator Amp	6 amp
Horsepower	9.9 hp
Starting	Manual
Shaft Length	15 in, 20 in
Steering	Tiller