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Mercury MerCruiser Diesel Inboard 4.2L manual available for free PDF download: Operation & Maintenance Manual
Mercury MerCruiser Diesel Inboard 4.2L Operation & Maintenance Manual (93 pages)
Brand:
Mercury
| Category:
Engine
| Size: 13.62 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Identification
10
Serial Number Decal
10
Engine Data Label
10
ZF Marine Transmissions
11
Technodrive Transmissions
11
Features and Controls
11
Audio Warning System
11
Switches
12
Lanyard Stop Switch
12
Keep the Lanyard Stop Switch and Lanyard Cord in Good Operating Condition
13
Instrumentation
14
Vesselview
14
Smartcraft Digital Instruments
14
System Link Digital Instruments
15
Emergency Stop Switch
15
Remote Controls
16
Panel Mount Features
16
Console Mount Features
16
Overload Protection-Upper Engine Circuit Breaker Panel
17
Overload Protection-Port Side Power Distribution Box
18
Vessel Integration Panel (VIP) Overload Protection
19
Engine Guardian System
19
Safe Boating Recommendations
22
Carbon Monoxide Exposure
23
Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
23
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas
23
Good Ventilation
23
Poor Ventilation
24
Important Operation Information
24
Launching
24
Duty Cycle Rating Requirements
24
High-Output Rating
24
Operation Chart
25
Freezing Temperature and Cold Weather Operation
25
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
26
Trailering the Boat
26
Starting, Shifting, and Stopping
26
Before Starting the Engine
26
Important Information-Smartstart
26
Starting a Cold Engine
26
Engine Warm-Up
27
Starting a Warm Engine
27
Shifting
27
Trolling Valve Operation on Technodrive Transmissions
27
Section 2 - on the Water
27
Engine Shut down (Stopping)
28
Protecting People in the Water
28
While Boat Is in Operation
28
While the Boat Is Stationary
28
High-Speed and High-Performance
28
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
28
Boats Having an Open Front Deck
28
Boats with Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
29
Wave and Wake Jumping
29
Impact with Underwater Hazards
30
Conditions Affecting Operation
30
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the Boat
30
Bottom of Boat
30
Elevation and Climate
31
Propeller Selection
31
Getting Started
31
Initial Break-In Procedure
31
Engine Break-In
32
20-Hour Break-In Period
32
After the 20-Hour Break-In Period
32
End of First Season Checkup
32
Section 3 - Specifications
33
Fuel Requirements
34
Diesel Fuel in Cold Weather
34
Antifreeze/Coolant
34
Engine Oil
35
Engine Specifications
36
L Specification
36
Fluid Specifications
36
Engine
36
Transmission
37
Approved Paints
37
Owner and Operator Responsibilities
40
Dealer Responsibilities
40
Cleaning Care Recommendation
40
Do Not Use Caustic Cleaning Chemicals
40
Cleaning Gauges
40
Cleaning Remote Controls
40
Maintenance
40
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions
41
Inspection
41
Maintenance Schedule
42
Routine Maintenance
42
Scheduled Maintenance
43
Engine Oil
43
Checking
43
Filling
44
Changing Oil and Filter
44
ZF Marine Transmission Fluid
46
Check Fluid Level
46
Add Fluid
47
Change Fluid
47
Technodrive Transmission Fluid
48
Check Fluid
48
Add Fluid
49
Change Fluid
50
Engine Coolant
52
Check Coolant
52
Filling
53
Changing
53
2.8 Air Filter
53
Removal
53
Inspection
54
Installation
54
4.2 Air Filter
54
Removal
54
Inspection
55
Installation
56
Water-Separating Fuel Filter
56
Draining
57
Replacing
57
Filling
59
Fuel System
60
Priming
60
Filling (Bleeding)
60
Fuel Tank Cleaning and Flushing
61
Seawater System
61
Draining the Seawater System
61
Checking the Seawater Pickups
63
Cleaning the Seawater Strainer, if Equipped
63
Flushing the Seawater System-Inboard Models
65
With the Boat out of the Water
65
With the Boat in the Water
66
Engine Seawater Pump Inspection
67
Replacing the Engine Coolant in the Closed-Cooling System
68
Draining the Closed-Cooling System
68
Filling the Closed-Cooling System
69
Corrosion Protection
70
General Information
70
Engine Corrosion Protection Components
70
Removal
70
Cleaning and Inspection
71
Installation
71
Antifouling Paint
72
Lubrication
73
Throttle Cable
73
Shift Cable
73
Drive Belts
73
Drive Belt
73
Serpentine Belt
74
Inspection
74
Replacement
75
Battery
75
Battery Precautions for Multiple Engines
75
Section 5 - Storage
77
Cold Weather (Freezing Temperature), Seasonal Storage, and Extended Storage
78
Cold Weather (Freezing Temperature) Storage
78
Preparing Your Power Package for Seasonal or Extended Storage
78
Seasonal Storage
79
Extended Storage Instructions
80
Battery
80
Recommissioning
80
Section 6 - Troubleshooting
81
Diagnosing Electronically Controlled Fuel System Problems
82
Troubleshooting Charts
82
Starter Motor will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slow
82
Engine will Not Start, or Is Hard to Start
82
Engine Runs Rough, Misses, or Backfires
82
Poor Performance
82
Incorrect Engine Temperature
83
Low Engine Oil Pressure
83
Battery will Not Charge
83
Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Excessive Free-Play, or Makes Unusual Sounds
83
Owner Service Assistance
86
Local Repair Service
86
Service Away from Home
86
Stolen Power Package
86
Attention Required after Submersion
86
Replacement Service Parts
86
Parts and Accessories Inquiries
86
Resolving a Problem
86
Contact Information for Mercury Marine Customer Service
87
Customer Service Literature
87
English Language
87
Other Languages
88
Ordering Literature
88
United States and Canada
88
Outside the United States and Canada
88
Section 8 - Maintenance Log
89
Scheduled Maintenance Log
90
Vessel Maintenance Notes
91
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