Mercury 40 Service Manual page 452

4. During up stroke, pull up on rod slowly 3 in. (76 mm) from base.
5. Wait until all air bubbles to exit accumulator base.
6. Slowly cycle unit 5-8 times (round trip per cycle) using short strokes 3 in. (76 mm) from
base allowing bubbles to disappear during each stroke.
7. Allow unit to stand five minutes, then proceed to cycle unit 2-3 more times using short
strokes. No air bubbles should appear from accumulator port at this time.
8. With oil level well above accumulator port, slowly pull rod to full up position.
9. Install accumulator making sure air bubbles do not enter system.
10. Tighten accumulator snugly at this time.
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