Mercury 565 Manual page 87

1. Remove the water separating fuel filter and sealing ring from mounting
bracket and discard.
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2. Coat the sealing ring on new filter with motor oil.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a filter wrench to tighten the filter.
3. Thread the filter onto the bracket and tighten securely by hand.
4. Start and run engine. If the engine stops or will not start, it may be
necessary to prime the fuel system (see
Starting in the Cold Weather or Extended Storage section of this
manual).
5. Check the filter connection for fuel leaks. If leaks exist, recheck the filter
installation.
6. If leaks continue, stop the engine immediately and contact your
authorized Mercury MerCruiser dealer.
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MAINTENANCE
a - Water separating fuel filter
b - Sealing ring
c - Mounting bracket
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Priming the Fuel System Prior to