Checking The Seawater Pickups; Cleaning The Seawater Strainer, If Equipped - Mercury TDI 4.2L Manual

Section 4 - Maintenance

Checking the Seawater Pickups

Verify that the water inlet holes for the seawater pickup are clean and unobstructed.
Typical through-the-hull seawater pickup
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Cleaning the Seawater Strainer, if Equipped

An open seawater strainer or seacock during some service or maintenance procedures can introduce water into the boat,
causing damage or sinking the boat. Always close the water supply from the seawater pump, water inlet, or seacock when
performing service or maintenance on the cooling system.
1. With the engine off, close the seacock, if equipped, or remove and plug the seawater inlet hose.
2. Remove the screws, washers, and cover.
3. Remove the strainer, drain plug, and sealing washer.
4. Clean all the debris from the strainer housing. Flush both the strainer and housing with clean water.
5. Check the cover gasket and replace when damaged or if it leaks.
6. Reinstall the strainer, drain plug, and sealing washer.
Seawater leaking from the seawater strainer could cause excess water in the bilge, damaging the engine or causing the boat
to sink. Do not overtighten the cover screws, or the cover may warp and introduce seawater into the bilge.
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Typical through-the-transom seawater pickup
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