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CDS G3 INTERFACE KIT
IMPORTANT: This document guides our dealers, boatbuilders, and company service personnel in the proper installation or
service of our products. If you have not been trained in the recommended servicing or installation procedures for these or
similar Mercury Marine products, have the work performed by an authorized Mercury Marine dealer technician. Improper
installation or servicing of the Mercury product could result in damage to the product or personal injury to those installing or
operating the product. Always refer to the appropriate Mercury Marine service manual for component removal and installation
instructions.
NOTE:
After completing installation, place these instructions with the product for the owner's future use.
Components Contained in Kit
Qty. Description Part Number
1 Mercury Marine CDS G3 license key 8M0117374
Ref. Qty. Description Part Number
a 1 G3 engine harness adapter (with resistor) 8M0046081
b 1 CAN P/CAN H adapter harness 898289T83
c 1 CDS G3 SmartCraft diagnostic interface 898289T81
What is CDS G3?
CDS G3 is a standalone PC‑based program that complements the original Mercury Computer Diagnostic System (CDS) by
providing diagnostic support for select engines and Mercury Joystick Piloting systems. Additionally, all configuration functions
necessary for preparing these systems for delivery are supported. CDS G3 allows for CAN‑based multiple‑processor
communication through a clean, easy‑to‑navigate interface.
Installation
Any new installation of CDS G3 may be installed without a previous version of the software installed. Before proceeding with
installation, complete all
High Priority Updates
as provided by Microsoft through Windows Update.
If updating CDS G3 from version 1.0, uninstall the software prior to installing the current version. If updating from CDS G3
version 1.1 or later, uninstallation is not required.
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