Mercury MerCruiser 6.2 Inboard MPI DTS User Manual

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Section 3 - On the Water
Safe Boating Recommendations............................................ 36
Carbon Monoxide Exposure................................................... 37
Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.......................... 37
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas............................................. 37
Good Ventilation .............................................................. 37
Poor Ventilation ............................................................... 38
Basic Boat Operation (DTS Models)...................................... 38
Launching and Boat Operation........................................ 38
Operation Chart...........................................................38
Starting and Stopping the Engine.................................... 39
Starting the Engine......................................................39
Stopping the Engine.................................................... 39
Throttle Only Operation—DTS Models............................ 39
Freezing Temperature Operation.................................... 40
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump............................................. 40
Protecting People in the Water............................................... 40
While You Are Cruising..................................................... 40
While Boat Is Stationary................................................... 40
High‑Speed and High‑Performance Operation....................... 40
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats............ 41
Boats Having an Open Front Deck................................... 41
Boats With Front‑Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
.......................................................................................... 41
Wave and Wake Jumping....................................................... 41
Impact with Underwater Hazards........................................... 42
Conditions Affecting Operation............................................... 42
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the
Boat................................................................................. 42
The Bottom of the Boat................................................... 42
Cavitation........................................................................ 43
Ventilation........................................................................ 43
Elevation and Climate..................................................... 43
Getting Started....................................................................... 43
20‑Hour Break‑In Period................................................. 43
After the Break‑In Period................................................. 43
End of First Season Checkup.......................................... 44
Section 4 - Specifications
Fuel Requirements................................................................. 46
Fuel Ratings...................................................................... 46
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasoline (USA Only)
.......................................................................................... 46
Gasoline Containing Alcohol............................................. 46
Engine Oil............................................................................... 46
6.2 MPI Inboard Engine Specifications................................... 47
Fluid Specifications................................................................. 48
Engine............................................................................. 48
Transmission................................................................... 48
Section 5 - Maintenance
Owner/Operator Responsibilities............................................ 50
Dealer Responsibilities........................................................... 50
Maintenance........................................................................... 50
Do‑It‑Yourself Maintenance Suggestions............................... 50
Inspection............................................................................... 51
Maintenance Schedule—Inboard Models............................... 51
Routine Maintenance...................................................... 51
Scheduled Maintenance.................................................. 51
Engine Oil............................................................................... 52
Checking......................................................................... 52
Oil Level—Overfilled................................................... 53
Filling............................................................................... 53
Engine Oil Drain Pump.................................................... 54
Changing the Oil Filter..................................................... 55
Transmission Fluid................................................................. 55
Checking the Fluid Level Before Operation...................... 55
Checking the Fluid Level When Hot................................. 56
Changing.......................................................................... 56
Transmission Filter Inspection/Replacement ......................... 56
Engine Coolant....................................................................... 56
Checking......................................................................... 56
Filling............................................................................... 57
Changing ........................................................................ 58
Flame Arrestor........................................................................ 58
Fuel System Maintenance...................................................... 59
Fuel System.................................................................... 59
Fuel Line Inspection........................................................ 59
Water‑Separating Fuel Filter........................................... 59
Filter Housing Removal............................................... 59
Draining the Filter Housing..........................................60
Fuel Filter Inspection................................................... 61
Filter Housing Installation............................................ 61
Battery.................................................................................... 61
Multiple EFI Engine Battery Precautions......................... 61
Serpentine Drive Belt.............................................................. 62
Serpentine Drive Belt Routing......................................... 62
Serpentine Belt Failure Identification............................... 62
Checking......................................................................... 63
Replacing........................................................................ 64
Flushing the Power Package—Models with a Flushing
Attachment ............................................................................ 65

Mercury MerCruiser 6.2 Inboard MPI DTS Specifications

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Brand	Mercury
Model	MerCruiser 6.2 Inboard MPI DTS
Category	Engine
Language	English