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Mercury Racing 500R User Manual

Mercury Racing 500R
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General Information
Boater's Responsibilities..................................................................................... 1
Before Operating Your Outboard........................................................................ 1
Boat Horsepower Capacity................................................................................. 1
High‑Speed and High‑Performance Boat Operation.......................................... 2
Propeller Selection..............................................................................................2
Outboard Remote Control Models ..................................................................... 4
Lanyard Stop Switch........................................................................................... 4
Protecting People in the Water........................................................................... 7
Passenger Safety Message ‑ Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats...........................7
Wave and Wake Jumping................................................................................... 9
Impact with Underwater Hazards........................................................................9
Exhaust Emissions........................................................................................... 11
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard......................................................... 13
Safe Boating Recommendations...................................................................... 13
Rear‑Mounted Steering Tie Bar Requirements for Multiple Engine Applications
Capable of 161 km/h(100 mph) Top Speeds or Higher.................................... 16
Recording the Serial Number........................................................................... 16
Specifications—500R....................................................................................... 16
Component Identification.................................................................................. 22
Gearcase Identification..................................................................................... 23
Transporting
Trailering Boat/Outboard ................................................................................. 25
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS).........................................................................26
Fuel and Oil
Fuel Requirements........................................................................................... 29
Fuel Additives................................................................................................... 30
Low Permeation Fuel Hose Requirement ........................................................ 30
Fuel Demand Valve.......................................................................................... 30
Engine Oil Recommendations—500R.............................................................. 31
Checking and Adding Engine Oil...................................................................... 31
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Mercury Racing 500R Specifications

General IconGeneral
Displacement4.6L
Horsepower500 hp
Full Throttle RPM5800-6400
Fuel Induction SystemElectronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
SteeringElectro-hydraulic power steering
Gear Ratio1.60:1
InductionSupercharged
Fuel Type91 Octane (R+M/2) Premium Unleaded
Shaft Length20 in (508 mm), 25 in (635 mm), 30 in (762 mm)

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