Mercury 150 Operation, Maintenance And Installation Manual page 8

Features and Controls
Remote Control Features................................................................................. 26
Warning System............................................................................................... 26
Power Trim and Tilt........................................................................................... 29
Operation
Important Information........................................................................................ 33
Prestarting Check List....................................................................................... 34
Operating in Freezing Temperatures................................................................ 34
Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water......................................................... 34
Operating at High Elevations............................................................................ 35
Setting Trim Angle While Running Engine at Idle Speed................................. 35
Engine Break-in................................................................................................ 35
Starting the Engine........................................................................................... 36
Gear Shifting..................................................................................................... 38
Stopping the Engine......................................................................................... 39
Maintenance
Cleaning Care Recommendations.................................................................... 40
EPA Emissions Regulations............................................................................. 42
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule ............................................................ 43
Flushing the Cooling System............................................................................ 44
Top Cowl Removal and Installation.................................................................. 44
Flywheel Cover Removal and Installation......................................................... 45
Fuel System...................................................................................................... 45
Steering Link Rod Fasteners............................................................................ 47
Fuse Replacement............................................................................................ 48
Corrosion Control Anode.................................................................................. 48
Battery Inspection ............................................................................................ 49
Propeller Replacement..................................................................................... 49
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement.......................................................... 52
Compressor Air Intake Filter............................................................................. 54
Alternator Belt Inspection.................................................................................. 54
Lubrication Points............................................................................................. 55
Checking Power Trim Fluid............................................................................... 58
Gearcase Lubrication........................................................................................ 58
Submerged Outboard....................................................................................... 60
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