Mercury Inboard 5.7L

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California Proposition 65 Warning

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California

to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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Table of Contents5
Section 1 - Warranty9
Transfer of Warranty10
Warranty Registration Outside the United States and Canada10
Warranty Registration United States and Canada10
Mercury, Mercruiser Limited Warranty United States, Canada and Europe (Gasoline Fueled Products Only)11
Mercury Mercruiser Limited Warranty13
Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion (Worldwide)14
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions15
- General Exclusions from Warranty16
  - Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package19
Lanyard Stop Switch20
Instrumentation21
- Analog Gauges21
Remote Controls22
- Panel Mount Features22
- Console Mount Features23
Electrical System Overload Protection23
Audio Warning System25
- Testing the Audio Warning System25
Emissions Information26
- Emission Control Information Label26
  - Owner Responsibility27
  - Star Label27
Safe Boating Suggestions30
Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning31
- Good Ventilation32
- Poor Ventilation32
Basic Boat Operation32
- Launching and Boat Operation32
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation35
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats35
- Boats Having an Open Front Deck35
- Boats with Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats36
Protecting People in the Water35
- While You Are Cruising35
- While Boat Is Stationary35
Wave and Wake Jumping36
Impact with Underwater Hazards37
Conditions Affecting Operation38
- Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the Boat38
- Bottom of Boat38
- Cavitation38
- Elevation and Climate38
Getting Started39
- 20-Hour Break-In Period39
- After Break-In Period39
- End of First Season Checkup39
Cruising RPM42
Fuel Requirements42
- Fuel Ratings42
- Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasolines (USA Only)42
- Gasolines Containing Alcohol42
Engine Oil43
Engine Specifications44
Fluid Specifications45
- Engine45
- Transmission45
Dealer Responsibilities48
Maintenance48
Owner/Operator Responsibilities48
Do It Yourself Maintenance Suggestions49
Inspection49
Maintenance Schedule - Inboard Models50
- Routine Maintenance50
- Scheduled Maintenance50
Engine Oil51
- Checking52
- Filling52
- Changing Oil and Filter53
Maintenance Log51
Sealed Carburetor Mixture Screw51
Transmission Fluid54
- Checking While the Engine Is Warm54
- Checking While Engine Is Cold55
- Changing55
Engine Coolant55
- Checking55
- Filling56
- Changing56
Cleaning the Flame Arrestor57
- Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve (PCV)57
  - Changing57
Changing Water Separating Fuel Filter58
Lubrication59
- Throttle Cable59
- Transmission Linkage59
Serpentine Drive Belt61
- Checking61
- Replacing Belt And/Or Adjusting Tension62
Flushing the Power Package63
- Inboards63
- Tow Sports64
Battery66
Section 6 - Storage67
Cold Weather or Extended Storage68
- Preparing Power Package for Storage68
  - Engine and Fuel System Preparation69
Draining the Seawater System70
- Drain System Identification70
  - Multi-Point Drain (MPD) System70
  - Multi-Point Drain (MPD) System71
Battery Storage72
Power Package Recommissioning72
Seacock73
Section 7 - Troubleshooting75
Engine Runs Rough, Misses And/Or Backfires76
Engine will Not Start or Is Hard to Start76
Poor Performance76
Starter Motor will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slow76
Battery will Not Come up on Charge77
Excessive Engine Temperature77
Insufficient Engine Temperature77
Low Engine Oil Pressure77
Excessive Free-Play or Makes Unusual Sounds78
Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Excessive Free-Play or Makes Unusual Sounds78
Steering Wheel Turns Hard or Jerky78
- Section 8 - Customer Assistance Information79
Owner Service Assistance80
- Local Repair Service80
- Service Away from Home80
- Stolen Power Package80
- Attention Required after Submersion80
- Replacement Service Parts80
  - Parts and Accessories Inquiries81
- Resolving a Problem81
- Mercury Marine Service Offices81
Ordering Literature82
- United States and Canada82
- Outside the United States and Canada82

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