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6.2L Mercury MerCruiser S ERV I C E MA NU A L Serial Number 2A456613 and Above...
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NOTE: Indicates information that helps in the understanding of a particular step or action. This manual has been written and published by the Service Department of Mercury Marine to aid our dealers’ mechanics and company service personnel when servicing the products described herein. We reserve the right to make changes to this manual without prior notification.
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Cleanliness and Care of Product A Mercury Marine power product is a combination of many machined, honed, polished, and lapped surfaces with tolerances measured in the ten thousands of an inch/mm. When any product component is serviced, care and cleanliness are important. It should be understood that proper cleaning and protection of machined surfaces and friction areas is a part of the repair procedure.
SeaCore SeaCore Components and Castings Mercury MerCruiser SeaCore power packages are equipped with additional stainless steel components and particular aluminum castings with special coatings. Do not replace SeaCore components with non‑SeaCore. Use only the specified Mercury MerCruiser SeaCore components and castings on these power packages.
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasoline (USA Only) Reformulated gasoline is required in certain areas of the USA and is acceptable for use in your Mercury Marine engine. The only oxygenate currently in use in the USA is alcohol (ethanol, methanol, or butanol).
IMPORTANT: When operating a Mercury Marine engine on gasoline containing methanol or ethanol, do not store the gasoline in the fuel tank for long periods. Cars normally consume these blended fuels before they can absorb enough moisture to cause trouble;...
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Catalyst‑friendly oil, such as Mercury MerCruiser Synthetic Blend Engine Oil, prevents this damage. Approved oils must be used in MerCruiser engines with Emissions Control Technology (ECT), except in special circumstances. Refer to Section 1A ‑Engine Oil for additional information.
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Emissions Control Emissions Regulations International Regulations Compliance MerCruiser products are designed and manufactured to meet the host of regulatory requirements set forth by the following standards and regulatory organizations: • ABYC (American Boat and Yacht Council) • USCG (United States Coast Guard) •...
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Emissions Control All Mercury MerCruiser engines (500 hp and below) will have a Three‑Star Ultra Low Emission rating or Four‑Star Super Ultra Low Emission rating. The Star label identifies that these engines meet the California Air Resources Board's sterndrive and inboard marine engine 2007 and later exhaust emission standards.
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Fuel system 92-8M0047932 Oil filter sealing ring Mercury 25W-40 Synthetic 92-8M0078629 Blend 4-Stroke Engine Oil All MerCruiser engines Special Tools Fuel Filter Removal/Installation Tool 91‑896661 Aids in the removal and installation of the fuel filter cap assembly. 24896 Reference Electrode 91‑76675T 1...
Seawater‑cooling system 26.5 L (28 US qt) Propylene glycol and purified water 50/50 winterization use only Mercury Extended Life Coolant/Antifreeze or extended‑life ethylene glycol Closed‑cooling system 17 L (17.9 US qt) coolant/antifreeze mixed 50/50 with purified water Power‑Assisted Steering and Power Trim Fluids...
Inspect the U‑joints, the splines, and the bellows, and check the clamps. • Lubricate the U‑joint splines and cross bearing. • Inspect the gimbal bearing for roughness. Replace if necessary. See your certified Mercury MerCruiser dealer. • Lubricate the engine coupler.
Engine Oil Capacity Fluid type 4.73 L (5.0 US qt) Mercury 25W‑40 Synthetic Blend 4‑Stroke Engine Oil Confirm that the engine oil level is now up to, but not over, the maximum fill line on the dipstick. Install the oil fill cap.
Where Used Part No. Mercury 25W-40 Synthetic Blend 4-Stroke All MerCruiser engines 92-8M0078629 Engine Oil With the boat at rest in the water, remove the dipstick and check the oil level. Add the specified engine oil to bring the level up to, but not over, the maximum oil fill mark on the dipstick.
Maintenance Changing Contact your authorized Mercury MerCruiser dealer. Power Trim Fluid Checking IMPORTANT: Check the fluid level with the sterndrive unit in the full down (in) position only. Place the sterndrive unit in full down (in) position. Observe the fluid level. The fluid level must be between the "MIN" and "MAX" lines on the reservoir.
If the tensioner contacts either of the cast stops during operation, check the mounting brackets and the belt length. Loose brackets, bracket failure, accessory drive component movement, incorrect belt length, or belt failure can cause the tensioner to contact the cast stops. See your authorized MerCruiser dealer for service if these conditions exist. CAUTION Rapid release of the belt tensioner, or allowing the tensioner to snap back quickly, could cause injury or product damage.
Lower the sterndrive unit so the propeller shaft is level. IMPORTANT: Use only Mercury/Quicksilver High Performance Gear Lubricant in the sterndrive unit. Fill the sterndrive unit through the oil fill and drain hole with specified gear lubricant until an air‑free stream of lubricant flows from the oil vent hole.
Corrosion Prevention Refer to the Mercury Precision Parts / Marine Corrosion Protection Guide available on MercNet. PN is NLA. Maintaining Ground Circuit Continuity The transom assembly and sterndrive are equipped with a ground wire circuit to ensure good electrical continuity between the engine, transom assembly, and sterndrive components.
Reference Electrode 91‑76675T 1 Refer to the appropriate Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive service manual for testing procedures. Power Package Exterior Surfaces Spray the entire power package at recommended intervals with Corrosion Guard. Follow the instructions on the can for proper application.
IMPORTANT: The engine must not be operating at any point during the draining procedure. IMPORTANT: Mercury MerCruiser requires that propylene glycol antifreeze, mixed to the manufacturer's instructions, be used in the raw water section of the cooling system during freezing temperatures or for extended storage. Ensure that the propylene glycol antifreeze contains a rust inhibitor and is recommended for use in marine engines.
15. Install the blue plug on the heat exchanger and tighten securely. 16. Mercury MerCruiser recommends the drain system remain open while transporting the boat or while performing other maintenance. This helps ensure that all water is drained. 17. Before launching the boat, pull up on the manual release valve. Verify that the green indicators are no longer extended.
IMPORTANT: The engine must not be operating at any point during the draining procedure. IMPORTANT: Mercury MerCruiser requires that propylene glycol antifreeze, mixed to the manufacturer's instructions, be used in the raw water section of the cooling system during freezing temperatures or for extended storage. Ensure that the propylene glycol antifreeze contains a rust inhibitor and is recommended for use in marine engines.
Sterndrive Water Pickups There are two types of water pickups available on Mercury MerCruiser sterndrives: dual water and side water pickups. Dual water pickups require the flushing device and the flush gearcase seal kit. Side water pickups require the flushing device.
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IMPORTANT: Do not store the quick‑connect fitting in the flush socket on the engine. Doing so would allow the seawater pump to suck air during engine operation causing an overheating problem. Damages due to engine overheating are not covered by Mercury MerCruiser Warranty. Quick-connect fitting stored in the boat Quick‑connect fitting (water hose end)
21. Open the seacock, if equipped, or reconnect the alternative water inlet source prior to operating the engine. Cold Weather or Extended Storage IMPORTANT: Mercury MerCruiser strongly recommends that this service be performed by an authorized Mercury MerCruiser dealer. Damage caused by freezing temperatures is not covered by the Mercury MerCruiser Limited Warranty.
Running out of fuel can damage catalyst components. Do not allow the fuel tanks to become empty during operation. Check the antifreeze concentration where applicable. Refer to the Specifications section. Before adding Mercury Quickstor Fuel Stabilizer to the fuel in the tank, determine the type of fuel that is in the fuel tanks and proceed with the following: Vessels using fuel without alcohol—fill the vessel fuel tanks with fresh gasoline that does not contain alcohol and add...
The CDS G3 service tool is required to access all of the available information in the PCM 112 controller. Refer to CDS G3 Service Tool. The CDS G3 service tool is purchased through Mercury Parts and Accessories. PCM 112 engines have a generic onboard diagnostics ‑ marine (OBD‑M) data connector that allows connection of generic J1939 scan tools.
Does each circuit measure within 1.0 V of battery? If the engine system does not power up after successfully completing all of Call MerCruiser Service Go to step 14. Does the engine system power up? the previous steps, there may be a for assistance.
The engine will continue to crank until the key switch is released. All MerCruiser engines are designed to use a neutral safety switch. The switch is inside the remote control on sterndrive engines and mounted to the transmission on inboard engines. The switch must be closed when in neutral, and open when in gear.
Review all of the procedures in this table. If all procedures have been completed and no problem found, inspect the following: • CDS G3 scan tool data NOTE: If there is an active fault Engine_Misfire , refer to the PCM 112 Service Manual or to MerCruiser Service Bulletin ‑ 11R2 . 2011 •...
In addition, some faults are programmed to ignore certain engine speeds. For example, the low block pressure sensor fault (sea pump pressure on a MerCruiser) is typically not enabled until enough RPM has been achieved to develop a reasonable amount of water pressure. Therefore, this fault will not be set at idle.
If the G3 CAN P traffic indicator is red or yellow, then there is a communication issue. Refer to the user manual loaded onto the computer diagnostic system laptop (in the Windows® Start menu > All Programs > Mercury Marine > User Manual) or on the G3 software installation disc.
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13. Disconnect the sling from the engine lifting eyes. IMPORTANT: Alignment tools from other manufacturers may cause improper alignment and damage to the gimbal bearing or engine coupler. Use only the Mercury alignment tool. NOTICE Improper use of the alignment tool may result in personal injury or damage to the gimbal bearing or engine coupler. Do not operate the engine with the alignment tool installed.
ORG/WHT 49918 Installing the Sterndrive Unit Refer to the appropriate Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive service manual for procedures related to the installation of the sterndrive unit. Battery Connection IMPORTANT: The sterndrive must be installed before connecting the battery. Refer to the appropriate Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive service manual.
Installation Power Trim System NOTE: Outboard or MerCruiser control may be used depending on the application. If MerCruiser control is used then a power trim extension harness also will be used. 55530 Outboard control MerCruiser control To key switch harness...
The trim switch connection on the helm harness is only used on Mercury outboard remote controls. MerCruiser models require a separate trim harness from the trim control to the power trim pump connection. A Y‑harness is available with adapters to connect the dual helm power trim harnesses together to connect to the transom harness. DTS models do not need the separate trim harness.
Optional E‑Stop The E‑stop lanyard switch connection is used on Mercury outboards and can be used on MerCruiser MPI engines. The black and black/yellow wires are connected together through a lanyard switch that is normally open. When the lanyard is pulled and the switch is tripped, the circuit will close and ground the ECM to shut the engine off.
The exhaust system must be adequately supported for proper orientation and to prevent overstressing the exhaust manifolds and elbows. The support requirements will vary with exhaust system design and the G‑forces to be encountered. • The exhaust system must meet the exhaust back pressure specification. Refer to Mercury MerCruiser Product Applications Manual •...
Installation • In‑line mufflers, collectors, and hoses must self drain after engine shut‑down. Refer to Mercury MerCruiser Product Applications Manual Exhaust Hose Connections—Inboard NOTICE Hot spots in exhaust hoses can damage hoses and cause leaks. Ensure that discharge water from the exhaust elbow flows without restriction through all hoses and fittings.
If the exhaust elbow height or exhaust angle is insufficient, modify the exhaust system or install the appropriate exhaust riser. Refer to the appropriate Mercury Precision Parts and Accessory Guide for part numbers. The maximum exhaust riser height is specified in the table below.
• Measurements used for official Mercury MerCruiser audit at the OEM boatbuilder must be performed on current production boats. No prototype hulls or light layup hulls will be considered for official audit purposes.
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Maximum load (persons and gear) from capacity plate – swim platform load = remaining weight to be placed in the boat. • 1100 lb – 400 lb = 700 lb Remaining weight to be placed in the boat ÷ MerCruiser person weight = number of persons to load onto the boat. • 700 lb ÷ 165 lb = 4.24 persons Total number of persons –...
55 in. (bench seat length) ÷ 20 in. (seat width) = 2.75 persons. 2.75 persons rounded up = 3 persons. Total number of persons that can sit on designated seating excluding cabin space × MerCruiser person weight = maximum passenger load for measurement.
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225 lb × 25% = 56.25 lb • 56.25 lb rounded down = 56 lb To determine the maximum number of passengers to load onto the boat, multiply 9 passengers by 165 lb (MerCruiser person weight) to get a 1485 lb (total passenger load). •...
Installation Divide the remaining weight to be placed onto the boat by the MerCruiser person weight to get the maximum number of passengers to load onto the boat. • 985 lb ÷ 165 lb = 5.9 passengers • 5.90 passengers rounded up = 6 passengers Using the totals in this example load 56 lb cargo in the aft storage, 113 lb cargo in the center storage, and 56 lb cargo in the bow storage onto the boat before adding passenger weight.
55244 SmartCraft Product A Mercury SmartCraft System instrument package can be purchased for this product. A few of the functions the instrument package will display are: RPM, coolant temperature, water pressure, battery voltage, fuel consumption, engine operating hours, engine alarm data, and potential problems. The SmartCraft instrument package will also aid in engine diagnostics.
It is the responsibility of the boat manufacturer or the selling dealer to equip the power package with the correct propeller. Specified engine WOT and operating RPM range are listed in the Mercury MerCruiser Operation, Maintenance and Warranty Manual attached to the engine.
Adaptive Speed Control (ASC) Propping with G3 IMPORTANT: Propping of the boat can be done as normally done with all other MerCruiser products, but to achieve the best optimum propeller selection you can use the propping procedure with the G3 tool to verify your propeller selection.
H ‑ Verado 4 cylinder SC, 4 cylinder NA and 6 cylinder SC Family code J ‑ 4 cylinder 135/150 hp K ‑ 4 cylinder SC 175 hp L ‑ Bedrock M ‑ MerCruiser common N ‑ MerCruiser V6 P ‑ MerCruiser V8 T‑ Tigershark Z ‑ Verado 350 hp racing X ‑...
Main Bearing Inspection This MerCruiser engine uses precision insert type main bearings. If the installed bearing clearance exceeds specification then the bearing assembly must be replaced. Service bearings are available in standard size and 0.0508 mm (0.002 in.), 0.254 mm (0.010 in.), and 0.508 mm (0.020 in.) undersized.
Install the power steering cooler (if equipped). Install the water hoses. Install the power package in the boat. Oil Lines Install the O‑rings onto the oil lines. Lubricate the O‑rings with Mercury 25W‑40 Synthetic Blend 4‑Stroke Engine Oil. Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
17763 Measuring Vacuum IMPORTANT: Use an accurate digital vacuum gauge that reads in either inches of mercury (in. Hg) or kilopascals (kPa) to check engine vacuum. Dial vacuum gauges are not accurate enough. Digital Pressure Meter 91‑892651A01 Carefully follow the gauge manufacturer's instructions to ensure accurate vacuum measurement.
Remaining fuel ignition Flame front collision NOTE: Engine failures that result from these conditions are beyond the control of Mercury MerCruiser. No warranty will apply to failures that occur under these conditions. If indicated, inspect the engine for causes of preignition damage to pistons: •...
The accumulation of deposits on the piston and/or combustion chamber that result in a higher compression ratio • Inadequate engine cooling NOTE: Engine failures that result from these conditions are beyond the control of Mercury MerCruiser. No warranty will apply to failures that occur under these conditions. Starter Motor Will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slowly...
Fuel line or tank vent line kinked or clogged. Replace kinked lines or blow out lines with compressed air to remove obstruction. Faulty wire connections. Check wire connections. Check the fuel system. Refer to MerCruiser ECM Fault Information and MPI system fault. Troubleshooting.
Precautions WARNING Avoid fire or explosion hazard. Electrical, ignition, and fuel system components on Mercury Marine products comply with federal and international standards to minimize risk of fire or explosion. Do not use replacement electrical or fuel system components that do not comply with these standards. When servicing the electrical and fuel systems, properly install and tighten all components.
55252 For additional details, refer to Section 4E ‑ Electrical System Overload Protection. Battery Cables for MerCruiser Models IMPORTANT: The OEM or designer of the vessel is responsible for selecting the proper battery cable size to replace the minimum size listed in the Circuit Length and Cable Size table, if the cables are used for electrical loads in addition to cranking the engine.
Two numbers are provided for minimum cable size. The second number (in parentheses) is the American Wire Gauge (AWG) cable recommended by MerCruiser for the indicated cranking circuit length. The first number is an approximate cross‑sectional area equivalent to the AWG number, expressed in square millimeters (mm ).
If they are clean and gold in color, the starter motor has not had water inside of it. • If they are dirty and discolored the starter motor may have water contamination and should be replaced. IMPORTANT: Starter damage caused by water contamination is not covered by the Mercury MerCruiser warranty. Starter Solenoid Removal Disconnect the jumper between the starter motor and solenoid by removing the nut on the lower solenoid stud.
Precautions WARNING Avoid fire or explosion hazard. Electrical, ignition, and fuel system components on Mercury Marine products comply with federal and international standards to minimize risk of fire or explosion. Do not use replacement electrical or fuel system components that do not comply with these standards. When servicing the electrical and fuel systems, properly install and tighten all components.
Check for correct routing. Keep the spark plug wires as far away as possible from the engine wiring harness. Installation IMPORTANT: Use only Mercury marine‑grade spark plug wires. Use of aftermarket spark plug wires may result in performance issues not covered by the Mercury limited warranty.
Precautions WARNING Avoid fire or explosion hazard. Electrical, ignition, and fuel system components on Mercury Marine products comply with federal and international standards to minimize risk of fire or explosion. Do not use replacement electrical or fuel system components that do not comply with these standards. When servicing the electrical and fuel systems, properly install and tighten all components.
If the tensioner contacts either of the cast stops during operation, check the mounting brackets and the belt length. Loose brackets, bracket failure, accessory drive component movement, incorrect belt length, or belt failure can cause the tensioner to contact the cast stops. See your authorized MerCruiser dealer for service if these conditions exist. CAUTION Rapid release of the belt tensioner, or allowing the tensioner to snap back quickly, could cause injury or product damage.
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Helm Mechanical............4D-20 Installation..............4D-3 Analog Gauge Harness..........4D-22 Analog Gauge Testing............4D-4 MerCruiser Remote Control Only to the Harness Oil Pressure, Fuel Level, and Coolant Temperature Assembly (Control Harness Assembly)....4D-23 Gauges..............4D-4 Power Trim System with a MerCruiser Remote Battery or Voltage Gauge...........
Precautions WARNING Avoid fire or explosion hazard. Electrical, ignition, and fuel system components on Mercury Marine products comply with federal and international standards to minimize risk of fire or explosion. Do not use replacement electrical or fuel system components that do not comply with these standards. When servicing the electrical and fuel systems, properly install and tighten all components.
72 km/h ± 1.6 km/h (45 mph ± 1 mph) SmartCraft Instrumentation SmartCraft Compatibility IMPORTANT: Digital gauges are available for use on Mercury MerCruiser engines equipped with the ECM 555 or later model controllers. All System Series instruments are compatible with MerCruiser products.
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The trim switch connection on the helm harness is only used on Mercury outboard remote controls. MerCruiser models require a separate trim harness from the trim control to the power trim pump connection. A Y‑harness is available with adapters to connect the dual helm power trim harnesses together to connect to the transom harness. DTS models do not need the separate trim harness.
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Optional E-Stop The E‑stop lanyard switch connection is used on Mercury outboards and can be used on MerCruiser MPI engines. The black and black/yellow wires are connected together through a lanyard switch that is normally open. When the lanyard is pulled and the switch is tripped, the circuit will close and ground the ECM to shut the engine off.
Listen for the audio alarm. The alarm will sound if the system is functioning correctly. Guardian Strategy The MerCruiser Engine Guardian system reduces the potential for engine damage by restricting engine power when the PCM detects a potential problem. Below are some examples of what Engine Guardian monitors: •...
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Up to 15 amps total accessory power can be provided; on purple wire (switched) and the red wire (continuous power). An accessory relay kit can be used for loads up to 40 amps. Refer to the MerCruiser Parts and Accessory Guide or MerCruiser Rigging Guide.
Instrumentation and Controls MerCruiser Remote Control Only to the Harness Assembly (Control Harness Assembly) Connection to control box helm control Connection to transom harness Connections to trim limit switch 12323 Connection to control box Connection to transom harness Connections to trim limit...
Instrumentation and Controls Power Trim System with a MerCruiser Remote Control 58236 MerCruiser remote control 4‑pin Molex connector To ignition switch harness 3‑pin connector Power trim extension harness Transom harness 16‑pin connector to engine harness Steering Digital trim Pitot MerCathode...
NOTE: Connect only one data harness of the required length between the engine and helm. If a data harness is too short, do not connect multiple harnesses together to make up the required length. For installations requiring a data harness length longer than 12.2 m (40 ft), contact Mercury Marine for more information. Weather Caps Weather caps are to be used whenever there are any unused connectors on a harness.
Precautions WARNING Avoid fire or explosion hazard. Electrical, ignition, and fuel system components on Mercury Marine products comply with federal and international standards to minimize risk of fire or explosion. Do not use replacement electrical or fuel system components that do not comply with these standards. When servicing the electrical and fuel systems, properly install and tighten all components.
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasoline (USA Only) Reformulated gasoline is required in certain areas of the USA and is acceptable for use in your Mercury Marine engine. The only oxygenate currently in use in the USA is alcohol (ethanol, methanol, or butanol).
Bu16 Butanol Fuel Blends Fuel blends of up to 16.1% butanol (Bu16) that meet the published Mercury Marine fuel rating requirements are an acceptable substitute for unleaded gasoline. Contact your boat manufacturer for specific recommendations on your boat's fuel system components (fuel tanks, fuel lines, and fittings).
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• Appropriate sized barbed hose fitting. • Fuel pressure adapter (90‑803135) from Mercury or other equivalent adapter. Pressure relief collection tool One‑gallon fuel can (collection tank) Separate fuel can vent Clear hose Fuel pressure adapter (90‑803135)
A portable fuel tank is connected to the engine and no fuel is in the boat fuel tank. After test running the engine connect the fuel line from the boat fuel tank to the fuel system. Follow the precautions in the appropriate Mercury MerCruiser Installation Manual for disconnecting the portable fuel tank and reconnecting the fuel line from the boat fuel tank to the boat fuel system.
Wipe up any fuel that may have spilled. 10. Ventilate the engine compartment. 11. After priming the fuel system, continue the engine preparation. Refer to the appropriate Mercury MerCruiser Installation Manual. All other procedures in the installation manual remain the same.
IMPORTANT: The electric fuel pump and factory installed water‑separating fuel filter have been carefully designed to function properly together. Do not install additional water‑separating fuel filters between the fuel tank and the engine. Use the Mercury in‑line fuel filter with the boost pump.
EFI fuel system There is a MerCruiser specification for allowable vacuum, when measured at the inlet side of the engine‑mounted MerCruiser water‑separating fuel filter or if there is none mounted on the engine, at the inlet side of a fuel pump. Use a digital vacuum gauge (an analog gauge may not give accurate enough readings at these low levels) that reads in either kPa (kilopascals) or in.
2.7 kPa (0.8 in. Hg) Good See MerCruiser Service Bulletin 99‑7 (Rev. 1/01) for information on gasoline engine vapor locking. Equipment Used to Test Fuel RVP, Fuel Temperature, or Fuel System Vacuum The following information is contained in Mercury MerCruiser Service Bulletin 99‑7 (Revised October 2000).
General Cooling System Information Mercury MerCruiser engines come equipped with either standard cooling or closed cooling. On engines with standard cooling, the engine is cooled entirely by seawater (the water in which the boat is being operated). Closed‑cooling systems use two cooling circuits, one of which uses seawater similarly to standard cooing.
The supply hose—from the engine to the heater, and return hose—from the heater to the engine, must not exceed 16 mm (5/8 in.) inside diameter (ID). • Using the water heater fitting kit, make the heater connections only at the locations shown. Refer to the Mercury Precision Parts Accessories Guide, for kit details. •...
Models with Closed Cooling NOTE: For models not factory equipped with a Y‑fitting, refer to Mercury Parts Catalog, Closed ‑ Cooling Systems (Bravo) to order the specified Y‑fitting, seawater supply bulk hose, and hose clamps that meet MerCruiser specifications. Cut a 10 cm (4 in.) piece of the supply hose and connect it to the seawater pump inlet and the Y‑fitting port.
Seawater Strainer Installation Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for detailed installation, operation, and maintenance. IMPORTANT: Use the following guidelines when installing a Mercury seawater strainer. Position the seawater strainer in an appropriate location, below the level of the seawater pump.
ABYC Standards. Exhaust system connections to components other than those supplied by Mercury MerCruiser must use two stainless steel clamps with a minimum width of 13 mm (1/2 in.) at each joint.
• 1 U.S. gallon of gasoline = 6 lb • 1 liter of gasoline = 0.72 kg For the purpose of MerCruiser waterline height measurements: • One person is equivalent to 74.84 kg (165 lb) • Cargo per person is equivalent to 11.34 kg (25 lb) Add weight for any additional boat options: extra battery, battery charger, tower, arch, generator, ballast tanks, ballast sacks, television, carpet, anchor, stereo/entertainment equipment, washer/dryer, safe, etc.
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Maximum load (persons and gear) from capacity plate – swim platform load = remaining weight to be placed in the boat. • 1100 lb – 400 lb = 700 lb Remaining weight to be placed in the boat ÷ MerCruiser person weight = number of persons to load onto the boat. • 700 lb ÷ 165 lb = 4.24 persons Total number of persons –...
55 in. (bench seat length) ÷ 20 in. (seat width) = 2.75 persons. 2.75 persons rounded up = 3 persons. Total number of persons that can sit on designated seating excluding cabin space × MerCruiser person weight = maximum passenger load for measurement.
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225 lb × 25% = 56.25 lb • 56.25 lb rounded down = 56 lb To determine the maximum number of passengers to load onto the boat, multiply 9 passengers by 165 lb (MerCruiser person weight) to get a 1485 lb (total passenger load). •...
Important Information Divide the remaining weight to be placed onto the boat by the MerCruiser person weight to get the maximum number of passengers to load onto the boat. • 985 lb ÷ 165 lb = 5.9 passengers • 5.90 passengers rounded up = 6 passengers Using the totals in this example load 56 lb cargo in the aft storage, 113 lb cargo in the center storage, and 56 lb cargo in the bow storage onto the boat before adding passenger weight.
Exhaust Pipe and Through-the-Propeller Exhaust Hose Clamp Identification IMPORTANT: Tridon types of hose clamps are used in various locations on Mercury MerCruiser power packages. ® Tridon hose clamp Hex head screw (5/16 in.) Slot cut through the band 57208 Tridon® Hose Clamp ®...
If the exhaust elbow height or exhaust angle is insufficient, modify the exhaust system or install the appropriate exhaust riser. Refer to the appropriate Mercury Precision Parts and Accessory Guide for part numbers. The maximum exhaust riser height is specified in the table below.
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25.1 Water Shutter Replacement IMPORTANT: Exhaust system connections to components other than those supplied by Mercury Marine must use two stainless steel clamps that are at least 13 mm (½ in.) wide at each joint. Remove and retain the intermediate exhaust pipe from the Y‑pipe.
Mercury recommends that only the shift cable be routed behind the steering cylinder. Vessel hoses and wiring routed behind the steering cylinder hinders service of the cylinder and may become damaged over time.
Install the fill cap/dipstick. Changing Power steering fluid does not require changing unless it becomes contaminated with water or debris. Contact your authorized Mercury MerCruiser dealer. Power‑Assisted Steering Hoses IMPORTANT: Make the hydraulic connections as quickly as possible to prevent fluid from leaking.
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If the pressure readings are 7932–8621 kPa (1150–1250 psi) and are within 345 kPa (50 psi) of each other, then the pump is within specifications. If the pump is within specifications, but system pressure was low (as tested under the Power‑Assisted Steering System Pressure Test), refer to the appropriate Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive service manual for additional information.
When troubleshooting requires component removal from the vessel or the dismantling of steering system components, this work must be carried out by a qualified marine mechanic. The following is offered as a guide only, and neither Mercury MerCruiser nor the helm manufacturer are responsible for any consequences resulting from incorrect repairs.
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Closed 110° C (230° F) Ratios and Part Numbers The ratio is shown on the identification plate. The ratio may be rounded off in some cases. ZF Marine Model Ratio Mercury Marine Part Number 1.0:1 864336A03 45IV 1.46:1 Not available 1.5:1...
CAUTION Using the reverse gear to propel the boat forward will damage the transmission. Install the shift cable so shifting the helm control forward engages the transmission’s forward gear. Mercury Marine does not cover improperly installed components under warranty. Forward...
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6.2L Mechanical Wiring Diagram Non-DTS D C B A 4 6 2 1 5 3 D C A B 2 4 6 5 3 1 YEL/RED 87 308685 A B C D E F G H K J H G F E D C B A K J H G F E D C B A YEL/RED RED/BLU...
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6.2L DTS Wiring Diagram D C B A 4 6 2 1 5 3 D C A B 2 4 6 5 3 1 YEL/RED 87 308685 A B C D E F G H K J H G F E D C B A K J H G F E D C B A YEL/RED RED/BLU...