Mercury MerCruiser 3.0 MPI User Manual

SECTION - 6 DRIVE SYSTEM AND ENGINE INSTALLATION
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5. Using a hole saw cut the two 51 mm (2 in.) holes for the steering lever cutout. If the hole saw
cutout is made incorrectly, drive unit steering lever may contact transom causing limited
steering travel.
b
d
e
b
a
c
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a - 51 mm (2 in.) hole saw holes
(steering lever cutout)
b - 60 degrees versus transom angle
6. Cut the transom on the cut line at a 90 degree angle. If the transom cutout is made incorrectly
the gimbal housing or exhaust system may improperly contact the boat transom causing
transom mounting problems.
7. Seal the inside edge of the transom cutout opening with a suitable sealant to prevent water
absorption and deterioration of the transom.
b
d
a
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c
a - Cut line
b - 90 degrees to transom
c - Exhaust pipe area
d - Mounting holes perpendicular to
transom (8)

Mercury MerCruiser 3.0 MPI Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	MerCruiser 3.0 MPI
Category	Engine
Language	English