Water Separating Fuel Filter; Fuel Pump Sight Tube Inspection - Mercury Bravo Three Operation & Maintenance Manual

CB82

Water Separating Fuel Filter

Be careful when changing water separating fuel filter. Gasoline
is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain con-
ditions. Be sure ignition key is OFF. Do not smoke or allow spark
or open flame in area when changing fuel filter. Wipe up any
spilled fuel immediately.
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Remove water separating fuel filter (by turning counterclockwise)
and sealing ring(s) (two rings on older style filters - one ring on newer
style filter) from mounting bracket and discard.
Coat sealing rings on new filter with motor oil. Thread filter clockwise
onto bracket and tighten securely by hand. Do not use a filter wrench.
Start and run engine. Check filter connection for gasoline leaks. If
leaks exist, recheck filter installation. lf leaks continue, stop engine
immediately and contact your Authorized MerCruiser Dealer.
Make sure no leaks exist before closing engine hatch.
CB85

Fuel Pump Sight Tube Inspection

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The engine fuel pump is equipped with a sight tube which gives
visible evidence of a ruptured fuel pump diaphragm.
If fuel is visible in tube, fuel pump should be replaced by your
Authorized MerCruiser Dealer immediately.
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