Mercury Alpha

GASOLINE STERNDRIVE INSTALLATION MANUAL
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Engine Installation
NOTE: An engine mount drilling fixture (91-806794A1) can be used to align and adjust
engine mounts. Refer to instructions with fixture for proper use.
1. Remove the engine cover.
2. Attach a suitable sling to lifting eyes on engine and adjust so that engine is level when
suspended.
CAUTION
Center lifting eye on top of thermostat housing is used for engine alignment only.
Do not use to lift entire engine.
50636
50626
50632
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CAUTION
b
b
a
3.0L Models
a-Center Lifting Eye
b-Engine Lifting Eyes
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CAUTION
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74754
a
b
b
V6 and V8 Models
a-Center Lifting Eye
b-Engine Lifting Eyes
3. Loosen the engine mount adjustment nut.
4. Lift engine into position in boat using an overhead hoist.