Mercury TDI 4.2L User Manual

90-8M0114081 eng DECEMBER 2015 Page i
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
Features and Controls............................................................... 2
TDI 4.2L Engine Description............................................... 2
Identification........................................................................ 2
Audio Warning System....................................................... 2
Testing the Audio Warning System................................ 3
Digital Throttle and Shift..................................................... 3
Instrumentation................................................................... 3
VesselView..................................................................... 3
SmartCraft Speedometer, Tachometer, and Digital
Gauges........................................................................... 3
System Link Digital Gauges........................................... 4
Controls...................................................................................... 5
Switches............................................................................. 5
Emergency Stop Switch...................................................... 6
Lanyard Stop Switch........................................................... 6
Keep the Lanyard Stop Switch and Lanyard Cord in
Good Operating Condition.............................................. 7
Digital Throttle and Shift..................................................... 7
Engine Electrical System Overload Protection.......................... 7
Fuses....................................................................................7
Vessel Adapter Assembly Fuse Replacement..................... 8
Lanyard Stop Switch.................................................................. 8
Keep the Lanyard Stop Switch and Lanyard Cord in Good
Operating Condition............................................................. 9
Power Trim............................................................................... 10
Single‑Engine Trim and Trailer...........................................10
Dual‑Engine Trim and Trailer............................................. 11
Power Trim and MerCathode Overload Protection.................. 11
Emissions Information.............................................................. 12
Exhaust Gas Emissions Certificate (Europe Only)............. 12
Owner Responsibility..........................................................12
Engine Components................................................................ 13
Section 2 - On The Water
Safe Boating Recommendations............................................. 16
Carbon Monoxide Exposure.................................................... 17
Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning........................... 17
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas.............................................. 17
Good Ventilation ................................................................ 17
Poor Ventilation ................................................................. 18
Duty Cycle................................................................................ 18
Basic Boat Operation......................................................... 18
Duty Cycle Rating......................................................... 18
Pleasure Duty Rating....................................................18
Basic Boat Operation............................................................... 19
Operation Chart................................................................ 19
Freezing Temperature and Cold Weather Operation....... 19
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump............................................... 20
Starting, Shifting, and Stopping............................................... 20
Before Starting the Engine................................................ 20
Starting a Cold Engine...................................................... 21
Engine Warm‑Up.............................................................. 21
Starting a Warm Engine ................................................... 21
Shifting.............................................................................. 22
Engine Shutdown (Stopping)............................................ 22
Starting the Engine After Stopped While in Gear............. 22
Trailering the Boat.................................................................... 22
Protecting People In The Water............................................... 22
Protecting People in the Water......................................... 22
While Boat is in Operation............................................ 22
While the Boat is Stationary......................................... 23
High Speed and High Performance.................................. 23
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats....... 23
Boats Having an Open Front Deck............................... 23
Boats with Front‑Mounted, Raised‑Pedestal Fishing
Seats............................................................................ 23
Wave and Wake Jumping........................................................ 24
Impact with Underwater Hazards............................................. 24
Conditions Affecting Operation................................................ 25
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the
Boat.................................................................................. 25
Bottom of Boat.................................................................. 25
Cavitation.......................................................................... 25
Ventilation......................................................................... 25
Elevation and Climate....................................................... 25
Propeller Selection............................................................ 26
Break‑In................................................................................... 26
Initial Break‑In Procedure................................................. 26
Sterndrive 10‑Hour Break‑In Period (New or With
Replacement Gears)......................................................... 26
Engine Break‑In................................................................ 26
20‑Hour Break‑In Period...............................................26
After the 20‑Hour Break‑In Period................................ 27
End of First Season Checkup........................................... 27
Section 3 - Specifications
Fuel Requirements................................................................... 30
Nonferrous Metals and the Fuel System............................ 30
Diesel Fuel in Cold Weather.................................................... 30
Antifreeze/Coolant................................................................... 30
Engine Oil ............................................................................... 31
Engine Specifications............................................................... 31
Fluid Specifications.................................................................. 32
Engine............................................................................... 32
Bravo Sterndrive Fluid Specifications—Diesel................. 32

Mercury TDI 4.2L Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	TDI 4.2L
Category	Engine
Language	English