Torque Specifications; Preparation - Mercury MerCruiser Service Manual

Flushing Kit

Torque Specifications

NOTE: Securely tighten all fasteners not listed below.
Description
Speedometer pickup barb fitting
Power steering hydraulic hose fittings
Power trim pump hose fittings
Rear engine mounts
Steering cable coupler nut
Pivot bolts
Water inlet block‑off screws
Trim cylinder bolt
Trim cylinder end cap
Seawater inlet nut
Exhaust tube clamps
Hose clamps
Mounting clip screw
Fuel line connectors
Battery stud
Flame arrestor clamp nut

Preparation

1. Connect the battery cables to the engine. Observe the following:
a. Ensure that the grounding stud and hot stud terminal are free of paint or any other material that could cause a poor
electrical connection.
b. Install the battery positive (+) cable directly to the hot stud.
c. Install the negative (–) battery cable to the ground stud on the flywheel housing.
d. After the battery cables are connected, apply a thin coat of Liquid Neoprene to the terminals.
Description
Battery stud
Tube Ref No.
Liquid Neoprene
25
e. Slide the rubber boot over the positive (+) terminal after making the connection.
2. Temporarily lay the battery cables over the top of the engine to prevent interference during installation.
90-8M0099748 eng DECEMBER 2015
Use for flushing gearcases with low water inlets.
9195
Description
91‑849996T 1
Nm
Nm
Where Used
Battery terminals
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Installation
lb‑in.
1.5 13.5
34 –
14 123.9
47 – 34.7
47 – 34.7
34 –
5 44.3
23 –
61 –
47 – 34.7
4 35.4
4 35.4
12 106.2
23 –
9 79.6
4 35.4
lb‑in.
9.5 84
Part No.
92- 25711 3
Page 2B-3
lb‑ft
–
25
–
25
–
17
45
–
–
–
17
–
–
lb‑ft
–