Mercury 4C Instruction Manual page 75

FUEL LINE INSPECTION
Visually inspect the fuel line and primer bulb for cracks, swelling,
leaks, hardness, or other signs of deterioration or damage. If any
of these conditions are found, the fuel line or primer bulb must be
replaced.
CLEANING THE FUEL FILTERS AND THE FUEL TANK
The fuel filter is located between the fuel valve and the fuel
pump.
• Drain all fuel from the fuel tank. Remove the fuel lines from
the fuel filter.
• Inspect the fuel filter.
•
If there is water or dirt inside, replace the filter. Install the
filter in the same orientation as it was removed.
a
• For external tanks, loosen the fuel pickup elbow, remove it
and clean the fuel filter.
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MAINTENANCE
a - Fuel filter
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Fuel tank filter
Fuel pickup elbow