Mercury Optimax 135 Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
90-855347R1 JANUARY 1999 Page 1B-1
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Section 1B - Maintenance
Table of Contents
Specifications 1B-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Case Lubricant Capacity 1B-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Tools 1B-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quicksilver Lubricant/Sealant 1B-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule 1B-4. . . . . . . . . .
Before Each Use 1B-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
After Each Use 1B-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Every 100 Hours of Use or Once yearly,
Whichever occurs first 1B-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flushing Engine 1B-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flushing Cooling System – Using Cowl
Flush Plug 1B-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flushing Cooling System – Using Flushing
Attachment 44357A2 1B-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel System 1B-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Line Inspection 1B-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Water Separating Fuel Filter 1B-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Corrosion Control Anode 1B-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Plug Inspection 1B-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Inspection 1B-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse Replacement 1B-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compressor Air intake Filter 1B-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 1B-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 1B-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubrication Points 1B-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Power Trim Fluid 1B-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Case Lubrication 1B-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage Preparation 1B-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications
Gear Case Lubricant Capacity
Gear Case Ratio Capacity
1.87:1
22.5 fl. oz. (665ml)
2.00:1
22.5 fl. oz. (665ml)
2.30:1
22.5 fl. oz. (665ml)

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"