Mercury Optimax 150 User Manual

MAINTENANCE
90-855347R1 JANUARY 1999 Page 1B-9
Compressor Air intake Filter
The filter should be changed every 100 hours of operation, or once a season. Never run
the engine without the air filter.
Removal
1. Remove flywheel cover from the engine. Snap out the retainer (a) and remove filter
(b).
a
b
Installation
Install filter (b) into the cover. Secure filter into cover with retainer (a).
Lubrication Points
Lubricate Point 1 with Quicksilver Special Lubricant 101.
1. Trim Rod Ball Ends – Turn the ball ends to work the lubricant into the ball sockets.
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Mercury Optimax 150 Specifications

General

Horsepower	150 HP
Engine Type	V6
Alternator Output	60 amp / 756 watt
Starting	Electric
Steering	Remote
Displacement	2.5 L
Fuel Induction System	2-Stage Direct Fuel Injection (DFI)
Shaft Length	20", 25"
Dry Weight	431 lbs (20 in), 439 lbs (25 in)