Mercury Optimax 135 Service Manual

DIRECT FUEL INJECTION
90-855347R1 JANUARY 1999 Page 3B-47
COMPRESSOR REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery cables from battery terminals.
2. Remove top cowling.
IMPORTANT: Prior to removing flywheel cover, remove vent hose from fitting on
flywheel cover.
3. Remove flywheel cover.
4. Use 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) drive on belt tensioner arm to relieve belt tension. Remove belt.
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a-Belt Tensioner
b-3/8 in. (9.5 mm) drive
CAUTION
If engine has been recently run, air pressure outlet hose fittings may be extremely
hot. Allow components to cool off before beginning disassembly.
5. Disconnect air pressure outlet hose.

Mercury Optimax 135 Specifications

General

Engine Type	V6
Horsepower	135 HP
Fuel Induction System	2-stage direct fuel injection
Full Throttle RPM Range	5000-5750 RPM
Alternator Output	60 amp / 756 watt
Starting System	Electric
Steering	Remote
Dry Weight	431 lbs
Shaft Length	20", 25"