GASOLINE ENGINES BRAVO MODELS
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Battery
IMPORTANT: Boating industry standards (BIA, ABYC, etc.), federal standards and
Coast Guard regulations must be adhered to when installing battery. Be sure battery
cable installation meets the pull test requirements and that positive battery terminal
is properly insulated in accordance with regulations.
IMPORTANT: It is recommended (required in some states) that battery be installed in
an enclosed case. Refer to regulations for your area.
IMPORTANT: Engine electrical system is negative (–) ground.
Select a battery that meets all of the following specifications:
• 12-volt marine type.
• Tapered post connectors or side terminal connectors.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT use a battery with wing nut connectors.
• Battery capacity rating of at least:
Gasoline Engines
Engine
(Cyl./Type)
cid (l) Minimum Required Cranking Battery Size
V6 EFI 262 (4.3) 550 cca/700 mca/120 Ah
V6 Carb
262 (4.3)
V8 Carb
305 (5.0)
375 cca/475 mca/90 Ah
V8 Carb
350 (5.7)
V8 EFI
V8 MPI
V8 MPI
305 (5.0)
350 (5.7)
377 (6.2)
550 cca/700 mca/120 Ah
V8 MPI
454 (7.4)
502 (8.2)
650 cca/825 mca/150 Ah
BATTERY CABLES
Select proper size positive (+) and negative (–) battery cables, using chart. Battery should
be located as close to engine as possible.
IMPORTANT: Terminals must be soldered to cable ends to ensure good electrical
contact. Use electrical grade (resin flux) solder only. Do not use acid flux solder as
it may cause corrosion and a subsequent failure.
Gasoline Engines
Cable Length
Cable Gauge
Up to 3-1/2 ft. (1.1m) 4 (25mm
2
)
3-1/2 - 6 ft. (1.1-1.8m) 2 (35mm
2
)
6 - 7-1/2 ft. (1.8-2.3m) 1 (50mm
2
)
7-1/2 - 9-1/2 ft. (2.3-2.9m) 0 (50mm
2
)
9-1/2 - 12 ft. (2.9-3.7m) 00 (70mm
2
)
12 - 15 ft. (3.7-4.6m) 000 (95mm
2
)
15 - 19 ft. (4.6-5.8m) 0000 (120mm
2
)
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