Mercury 135 Verado Manual page 125

5. Remove the spark plugs to inspect. Replace spark plug if
electrode is worn, threads of seal area are corroded, or the
insulator is rough, cracked, broken, blistered or fouled.
6. Set the spark plug gap to specifications.
Spark Plug
Spark Plug Gap
7. Saltwater use - Apply a thin coating of Anti-Seize Compound
only on threads of spark plugs.
Tube Ref No.
Anti-Seize
81
Compound
8. Before installing spark plugs, clean off any dirt on the spark
plug seats. Install plugs finger tight, and then tighten 1/4 turn
or torque to specifications.
Description
Spark plug
9. Push pencil coils into place over the spark plugs using a
twisting motion.
10. Secure coils with retained bolts. Torque to specifications.
MAINTENANCE
Description
117
ob00680
0.8 mm (0.0315 in.)
Where Used
Spark plug threads
Nm lb. in.
27
14794
Part No.
92-881091K1
lb. ft.
20