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  • Page 1 E N G I N E O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L VERSION 3...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1: i ........21-22 13: i ection ntroduction losed ooled ngines ection nStallation nStructionS 65..............1 ........23 ...........41 roPosition losed nBoard ngines ngine omPartment ............1 ............41 afety arnings ngine ounting 10: e ection ngine aintenance ............1 ............41 ePlacement arts ngine otation...
  • Page 3: P Roposition 65

    Introduction Replacement Parts MARINE POWER would like to thank you again for your operation, are major accident prevention measures. purchase. The pleasure and peace of mind derived from Safety Warnings Use of replacement parts (i.e. automotive, after-market, your new engine is in direct proportion to the amount of etc.) in the electrical, ignition and fuel systems, which...
  • Page 4: Safe Boating

    United to you, including diagnosis, parts and labor. States be maintained by the manufacturer and dealers of those products. It is imperative that MARINE POWER HOLDING, LLC receive your WARRANTY REGISTRA- TION/SEA TRIAL form properly completed for warranty purposes and to comply with federal regulation.
  • Page 5 Engine Type Power Electronic Mechanical period in the above table. Marine Power warrants Rating Components Components that each Marine Power Inboard marine engine and factory installed accessories designed, built and...
  • Page 6 Owner’s Manual will be warranted for the appropri- 2) Fuel Pressure Regulator ate warranty period in the above table. A statement 8. Marine Power is liable for damages to other engine 3) Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor in such written instructions to the effect of “repair...
  • Page 7: W Arranty

    (5) hours of misuse, negligence, improperly maintained, engine operation. improperly operated or installed, racing or engine modification. Problems arising from 15. Marine Power reserves the right to limit www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 8: Carbon Monoxide Exposure

    WARNING Safe Boating practices, and/or carbon monoxide poisoning on CAUTION recreational boats, contact the following: National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Carbon Monoxide Exposure 200 East Randolph Drive, Suite 5100 Carbon Monoxide is a odorless, colorless and taste- Chicago, IL 60601 less gas that cannot be smelled, seen or tasted.
  • Page 9: S Ection 3: E Ngine I Dentification E Ngine T Ype

    Engine Identification Every Marine Power Engine is equipped with an Engine Identification Tag, also known as a Serial Number Tag. This tag contains information (model number and serial number) that will be required before any warranty work (if necessary) can be done.
  • Page 10: M Odel S Pecifications

    Engine Identification 4.3 VORTEC MPI 5.7 VORTEC MPI 6.0 VVT 6.2 LS3 6.2 LSA Engine Type Repower Original Equipment Unique Feature Variable Cam Timing Light Weight Supercharged Displacement 4.3/262 CID 6.0L/364 CID 5.7/350 CID 6.2L/374 CID 6.2L/374 CID Bore & Stroke 101.6 x 88.39 mm...
  • Page 11: Ection Lectronic Equential Uel Njection Nformation

    Electronic Sequential Fuel Injection Information The engines covered in this manual are equipped with The following sensors constantly provide information to • Barometric Pressure (BARO) Sensor Electronic Sequential Fuel Injection. The main fuel the ECM. • Super Charger Inlet Pressure (SCIP) Sensor system components include: •...
  • Page 12: Digital Alarms

    Engine Alarms and Instrumentation Digital Alarms alarm system. This system is configured to turn on an instrument panel mounted indicator (“MIL” or “Check If, for any reason, one or more of these sensors or Engine”) light, and, optionally, an audible (“buzzer”) associated wiring malfunctions, the ECM’s built in alarm to warn the operator of engine problems.
  • Page 13: Instrumentation

    Engine Alarms and Instrumentation Instrumentation IMPORTANT: Engines are designed to use both buzzers and MIL lamps. Buzzers are Boat builders use many different types of instrumen- use to alert operators of severe problems, tation in their boats. The operator should understand his instrumentation and note any abnormal operating such as: Low oil pressure, high engine conditions.
  • Page 14: S Ection 6: Ssvec F Use And R Elay E Nclosure

    SSVEC Fuse and Relay Enclosure All relays and fuses are located in the Severe Service Vessel Electrical Center (SSVEC). This enclosure is capable of withstanding direct water spray. Additional- ly, it contains a Goretex vent which allows humid vapors to escape without allowing water in. www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 15 SSVEC Fuse and Relay Enclosure www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 16 SSVEC Fuse and Relay Enclosure www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 17 SSVEC Fuse and Relay Enclosure www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 18: Oil Level

    “ADD” mark. system. 4. If there are any abnormal sounds STOP ENGINE immediately and contact your MARINE POWER Engine dipstick level may change due to the angle of 3. Improper Installation: Refer to Section 12: Exhaust dealer.
  • Page 19: Ection Ngine Perating Nstructions Asoline Equirements

    Place shift lever in the neutral position. If this is the initial start on a new engine turn the Marine Power calibrates their engines for use with high Marine Power recommends the following: ignition (key) switch to the on (run) position (first...
  • Page 20 Engine Operating Instructions Marine Power considers the first ten (10) hours of engine operation to be the break-in period. During this break-in period: Do not operate the engine at wide-open throttle. Do not operate the boat at or near the maximum capacity specified on the USCG label.
  • Page 21: 4.3/5.7L Raw Water Cooled Engines

    DANGER Winterization Extended Storage and Storage has drained completely. Coat all plug threads with sealant and re-install into proper locations. in Below Freezing Temperature WARNING These operations should be performed only by qualified marine service personnel. 4.3/5.7L Raw Water Cooled Engines CAUTION 1.
  • Page 22: Full Closed Cooled Engines

    Winterization 5.7 Full Closed Cooling Diagram Full Closed Cooled Engines Test antifreeze-water concentration to assure adequate protection for your location. Remove hoses from inlet and outlet of crankshaft seawater pump. Remove drain plug from transmission/engine oil cooler. Remove drain plugs (if equipped) from exhaust risers. Note the routing of your inlet cooling water hose to make sure there are no locations which may trap water.
  • Page 23: Half Closed Cooled Engines

    Winterization Half Closed Cooled Engines Test antifreeze-water concentration to assure adequate protection for your location. LS3 Half System Cooling Diagram Remove hoses from inlet and outlet of crankshaft seawater pump. Remove drain plug from transmission/engine oil cooler. Remove drain plug from exhaust manifolds. Note: Engines equipped with heat exchangers mounted underneath the starboard exhaust manifold do not require the removal of the manifold drain as it will drain...
  • Page 24 Winterization Remove Drain Plugs from V-drive Remove Hoses from Sea Water Pump Remove Blue Plug from Manifold Fitting www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 25: Full Closed Inboard Jet Engines

    Winterization Full Closed Inboard Jet Engines Test antifreeze-water concentration to assure adequate protection for your location. These engines are designed to be self-draining, however, it is recommended that the heat exchang- er ends be inspected for debris and trapped water frequently.
  • Page 26: Scheduled Maintenance By Owner

    Inspect Belts for Tension and Wear Inspect Battery (Terminals and Fluid Levels) Check Battery Connection to Engine Touch Up Exterior Surface with Marine Power Paint Inspect Zinc Anodes in Heat Exchanger for Deterioration (If Equipped with Closed Cooling) Check Power Steering Fluid (If Equipped)
  • Page 27: S Cheduled M Aintenance By Q

    Engine Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance By Qualified Technician Service Engine After Every 50 Every 100 Startup 10 Hours of Hours of Hours of Each Day Operation Operation Operation Change Engine Oil and Filters Change Filter on Fuel/Water Separator Check Engine Mounts (Tightness) Check Riser and Manifold Bolts for Tightness Check for Loose, Damaged or Missing Engine Parts Check Wire Harness Plugs for Corrosion and Connections...
  • Page 28: Crankcase Oil Change

    Warranty on for oil to drain back into pan. Check level with dipstick. Marine Power Engines could also be affected if other Add oil to proper level if needed. than recommended replacement parts are used.
  • Page 29: Oil Filters

    WARNING Engine Maintenance Start engine. Turn on water. Run for approximately 5 CAUTION minutes and inspect for leaks. Check to see that oil shows “FULL” on dipstick. DO NOT overfill crankcase with oil. Agitation or splashing of oil may cause it to become aerat- Start engine.
  • Page 30: Flame Arrestor

    Engine Maintenance Flame Arrestor Fuel Flow Schematic Clean the flame arrestor regularly. High Pressure Pump 1. Remove fastener from flame arrestor. Outlet (60 PSI) Low Pressure Pump is 4-7 PSI at outlet. 2. Clean with a suitable solvent and blow dry. Inlet has a small screen inside fitting.
  • Page 31: Battery Cables

    DANGER Engine Maintenance Battery Cables volts and the idle alternator on the other engine may tension by pivoting alternator. When correct tension is now start charging. This could cause a voltage “spike” achieved, tighten alternator tension arm screw. WARNING in the engine’s electrical system. In these cases, the 6.0/6.2L Engines: Serpentine belt system maintains ECM could shut off.
  • Page 32: Closed Cooling System

    Engines may be bled in a variety of ways; extended life to your new Marine Power Engine. Your cap and is pressure capable whereas the recovery however, the following bleed points are suggested.
  • Page 33 Engine Maintenance 6.2L LS3/6.2 LSA Longitudinal mount (under starboard exhaust manifold) Half System: Air bleed is located on top of port cylinder head at the front. Use a 10mm socket with 9” extension and a ¼” drive ratchet. Loosen bolt holding down head bleed tube connection while engine is running.
  • Page 34: C Odes

    Engine Diagnostics and Codes Name Description Trouble Buzzer Reduce Comments Code Lamp Boost Control ECM detects either an over boost or problem with circuit. 66035 Only applies to supercharged engines. Barometric Sensor Sensor alerts ECM if barometric measurement is to high or to low. Cam Phaser ECM sets code if sensor fails diagnostic test.
  • Page 35 Engine Diagnostics and Codes Name Description Trouble Buzzer Reduce Comments Code Lamp Inter Cooler Replay ECM detects abnormal relay current or voltage. 66030 Only applicable on supercharged engines. Driver controls intercooler pump relay. Injector ECM sets code if injector fails diagnostic test. 651-658 Last digit corresponds to injector number.
  • Page 36: Ngine D Iagnostics And C Odes

    Engine Diagnostics and Codes Name Description Trouble Buzzer Reduce Comments Code Lamp Speed Sensor ECM sets code if speed sensor fails diagnostic test. Not normally used in jet or repower applications. Used in Towboat applications. SVS Lamp ECM detects issue with SVS circuit. 66004 This circuit controls the warning buzzer alarm.
  • Page 37: Engine Will Not Turn Over

    Trouble Shooting The following trouble shooting hints are not all inclusive, but are the most common found. In all cases, if the cause of the problem is outside your capability to repair or correct, contact your dealer. Engine Will Not Turn Over Possible Cause Remedy Low Battery or Bad Connection...
  • Page 38: E Ngine R Uns P Oorly At H

    Trouble Shooting Engine Runs Poorly at High RPM Possible Cause Remedy Low Grade or Old Fuel Check/Clean/Replace Ignition Timing Only Pertains to HVS (Distributor) on 5.7L. See Dealer Active Trouble Code See Dealer Engine Overheating See Engine Overheating on Page 45 Restricted Exhaust Check Exhaust System Overfilled Crankcase...
  • Page 39: F Uel S Ystem - R

    Trouble Shooting Fuel System - Rich Possible Cause Remedy Dirty/Clogged Flame Arrester Check/Clean/Replace Malfunctioning Fuel Pressure Regulator Verify That Fuel Pressure Is Not Too High Fuel System - Lean Possible Cause Remedy Empty Fuel Tank Fill Tank Vapor Lock Ventilate Engine Compartment to Reduce Temperature Insufficient Fuel Supply Approximately 60 PSI.
  • Page 40: Engine Starts And Stops

    Trouble Shooting Engine Starts and Stops Possible Cause Remedy Insufficient Fuel Supply Approximately 60 PSI. Fuel Pressure Must Be Adequate at Wide Open Throttle at Full Load Loss of Ignition Power Check Ignition Switch, Main Engine Breaker, Engine Harness Connection Oil Pressure - Low Possible Cause Remedy...
  • Page 41: Excessive Oil Consumption

    Trouble Shooting Excessive Oil Consumption Possible Cause Remedy External Leak Clean/Check/Repair Excessive Oil in Crankcase Remove Excess Oil. Refer to Engine Identification on Page 15 for Correct Oil Level Oil/Fuel Dilution Change Oil Extended Excessive RPM’s Reduce RPM’s Incorrect Oil Viscosity Change to Proper Oil Engine Vents Blocked Unblock Vents...
  • Page 42: W Ater In E Ngine C Ylinder Or B

    Trouble Shooting Water in Engine Cylinder or Base Possible Cause Remedy Operator Error See Section 7: Precautions on Page 23. REMOVE Water from Engine Immediately Exhaust Restricted or Blocked Repair or Replace. REMOVE Water from Engine Immediately Engine and Exhaust Too Low in Boat Reroute Exhaust Hoses or Add Riser Spacers.
  • Page 43: Engine Compartment

    • Front of boat is bow cooling system, it is imperative to fill the system with a Marine Power Engines may be equipped with 50/50 mix of ethylene glycol base antifreeze and clean either a sea water cooling system or a closed cooling •...
  • Page 44: Installation Instructions

    California, or that is introduced, delivered or and hose to clear debris from engine and transmission will not be covered by the Marine Power warranty, imported into California for introduction into commerce. oil coolers. Debris entering the cooling system is one of...
  • Page 45: Onnection

    Electrical Connection Dual Engines exhaust hose must have a downward slope of 1-1/4”/ NOTE: Marine Power EFI engines are equipped with Batteries: Vessels with twin engines should have a ft. for conventional inboards and a downward slope “Smart Start” this feature is common in late model battery for each engine.
  • Page 46: Pecifications

    Installation Instructions Engine Battery Specifications motor, never plumb or tee into the main engine fuel above the bottom of the fuel tank. USCG REGULATIONS system. The auxiliary engine shall have its own fuel require that the fuel pump should be within 12” of the Model Minimum Required Rating pick up tube and fuel filter/water separator from the...
  • Page 47: Nstallation

    Installation Instructions LSA Airboat Installation Notes: Oil cooler connections are above oil filter on port side. Installer must install aftercooler radiator and oil cooler. See Special Fuel Supply instructions on page 44. Engine Harness Connections are on page 46. Coolant reservoir should be connected to the bypass loop.
  • Page 48 Installation Instructions Adapter Harness Note this can be used as a Trim Sender Wire. www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 49 Installation Instructions Heater Connections 5.7L Engine Heater Out 6.0/6.2L Engine Heater In Heater Out Heater In www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 50 Installation Instructions Prestart Checklist tions with mechanical shift. If the transmission 8. On jet drive applications, check for proper operation is equipped with electric shift, check for proper of the reverse bucket and adjust as needed. 1. Check engine, transmission and V-drive (if applica- operation of the shift solenoids (ahead and astern).
  • Page 51: Egistration T Ransfer

    Please enclose check or money order in the amount of $300.00 per engine to be transferred. You may pay by credit card. Complete the information below. VISA MASTERCARD Card Number: _____________________________________________________________________ Exp. Date: ______________________________________ Name As It Appears On the Credit Card: _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Mail completed form to: Warranty Registration Transfer, Marine Power, 17506 Marine Power Industrial Park, Ponchatoula, LA 70454 www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 52: S Ervice

    Service Log SERVICING DEALERS Note: If You Are Unable to Locate an Independent Servicing Dealer. Please Contact a Marine Power Distributor Closest to You for Further Assistance. Date Service/Maintenance Performed Performed By Operating Hours www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 53 Service Log Date Service/Maintenance Performed Performed By Operating Hours www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 54 Service Log Date Service/Maintenance Performed Performed By Operating Hours www.MarinePowerUSA.com...
  • Page 56 All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from MARINE POWER HOLDING, LLC.

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