Mercury D4.2L Manual page 55

CE32
STARTING WARM ENGINE
1
Turn on and run engine compartment bilge blower for five minutes (if so equipped). Or, open engine hatch
to air out bilge before attempting to start engine(s).
2
Turn key switch to the RUN position. Check to ensure glow plug preheat lamp is not illuminated.
3
Turn key switch to the START position and release when engine fires. Check to ensure charge indicator and
oil pressure warning lamps go out.
4
Check to ensure all instrumentation is functioning properly and indicating normal readings. Oil pressure
should be within the range listed in the engine specifications chart. Stop the engine if oil pressure is not within
this range. Locate and correct the problem, or see your Authorized MerCruiser Dealer if you are unable to deter-
mine the problem.
CE33
SHIFTING
Never attempt to shift unit unless engine is at idle RPM. Damage to drive unit could occur.
5
To shift unit, be sure remote control/throttle lever is in NEUTRAL. Move control/shift lever with a firm, quick
motion forward to shift to FORWARD gear, or backward to shift to REVERSE. After shifting drive unit, advance
throttle to desired setting.
6
Once underway, engine oil pressure should be within the range listed in the engine specifications chart at
maximum RPM, or Wide-Open-Throttle. Stop the engine if oil pressure is not within this range. Locate and cor-
rect the problem, or see your Authorized MerCruiser Dealer if you are unable to determine the problem.
CB575
IMPORTANT: Avoid stopping engine if the drive unit is in gear. If engine does stop with drive unit in gear,
refer to the following procedure:
7
Push and pull repeatedly on remote control handle until handle returns to the neutral detent position. This may
take several tries if the power package was operating above idle RPM when the engine stopped.
8
After handle returns to the neutral detent position,resume normal starting procedures.
CD366
ENGINE SHUT-DOWN (STOPPING)
9
Place remote control lever in NEUTRAL.
Avoid damaging the turbocharger and engine. Immediate engine shutdown (stopping) after high load
operation may resulting in permanent turbocharger bearing damage. Operate the engine at IDLE for
several minutes before shut-down.
10
Operate the engine at idle speed for several minutes to allow the turbocharger and engine to cool.
11
Turn key switch to the OFF position.
CAUTION
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