Compressor Air Intake Filter; Alternator Belt Inspection - Mercury 135 Optimax User Manual

Spark Plug
Spark plug gap
4. Before installing spark plugs, clean off any dirt on the spark plug seats. Install plugs finger tight, and then
tighten 1/4 turn or torque to specifications.
Description
Spark plug

Compressor Air Intake Filter

The filter should be changed every 100 hours of operation, or once a season.
IMPORTANT: Never run the engine without the air filter.
REMOVAL
1. Remove flywheel cover from engine.
2. Snap out the retainer and remove filter.
a - Retainer
INSTALLATION
1. Install filter into cover.
2. Secure filter into cover with retainer.

Alternator Belt Inspection

1. Inspect the alternator belt and have it replaced by an authorized dealer if any of the following conditions are
found.
a. Cracks or deterioration in the rubber portion of the belt.
b. Belt surfaces rough or uneven.
c. Signs of wear on edges or outer surfaces of belt.
MAINTENANCE
0.80 mm (0.031 in.)
Nm
27
b -
45
lb. in.
a
b
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Filter
lb. ft.
20