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MerCruiser Vazer 100 Owner's Manual (118 pages)
with Emissions Control
Brand:
MerCruiser
| Category:
Engine
| Size: 6.78 MB
Table of Contents
Read this Manual Thoroughly
3
Table of Contents
5
Section 1 - Warranty
9
Warranty Registration: Outside the United States and Canada
10
Warranty Registration: United States and Canada
10
Mercury Product Protection Plan: United States and Canada
11
Transfer of Warranty
11
Mercury Mercruiser Limited Warranty (Gasoline-Fueled Products Only)
12
3-Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion
14
Global Warranty Charts
15
Consumer Application Warranty Chart
15
Commercial Application Warranty Chart
16
Section 1 - Warranty
16
Government Application Warranty Chart
17
Mercury Installation Quality Certification Program
17
California Emissions Limited Warranty
18
What Is Covered
18
Duration of Coverage
19
How to Obtain Warranty Coverage
20
What Mercury will Do
20
What Is Not Covered
20
Components of the Emission Control System
20
Components of the Emission Control System 12 Disclaimers and Limitations
22
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
22
Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage
22
Owner's Warranty Responsibilities
22
Disclaimers and Limitations
22
California Emission Control Warranty Statement
22
Emission Control Information Label
23
Owner Responsibility
24
Emission Certification Star Label
24
Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
27
Identification
28
Engine Serial Number
28
Vazer Sterndrive Identification
28
Vazer Transom Serial Number
29
Lanyard Stop Switch
29
Instrumentation
31
Digital Gauges
31
Analog Gauges
31
Remote Controls
32
Panel Mount Features
32
Console Mount Features
33
Power Trim
33
Single Engine Trim and Trailer
35
Electrical System Overload Protection
35
Audio Warning System
38
Caution
39
Severe
39
Obdm
40
Testing the Audio Warning System
40
Guardian Strategy
40
Section 3 - on the Water
41
Safe Boating Suggestions
42
Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
43
Good Ventilation
43
Poor Ventilation
44
Basic Boat Operation
44
Launching and Boat Operation
44
Operation Chart
45
Starting and Stopping the Engine
45
Starting the Engine
45
Starting the Engine after Stopped While in Gear
46
Stopping the Engine
46
Throttle-Only Operation
46
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
47
Freezing Temperature Operation
47
Trailering the Boat
47
Protecting People in the Water
47
While You Are Cruising
47
While Boat Is Stationary
48
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation
48
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
48
Boats Having an Open Front Deck
48
Boats with Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
48
March
48
Wave and Wake Jumping
49
Impact with Underwater Hazards
49
Sterndrive Impact Protection
50
Conditions Affecting Operation
50
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the Boat
50
The Bottom of the Boat
51
Cavitation
51
Ventilation
51
Elevation and Climate
51
Propeller Selection
52
Getting Started
52
20-Hour Break-In Period
52
After the Break-In Period
52
End of First Season Checkup
53
Fuel Requirements
56
Fuel Ratings
56
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasoline (USA Only)
56
Gasoline Containing Alcohol
56
Engine Oil
57
Engine Specifications
58
Fluid Specifications
58
Engine
58
Sterndrives
58
Power-Assisted Steering and Power Trim Fluids
58
Approved Power-Assisted Steering Fluids
58
Approved Power Trim Fluids
59
Approved Paints
59
Owner/Operator Responsibilities
62
Dealer Responsibilities
62
Maintenance
62
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions
63
Inspection
63
Maintenance Schedule-Sterndrive Models
64
Routine Maintenance
64
Scheduled Maintenance
65
Maintenance Log
66
Engine Oil
68
Checking
68
Filling
68
Changing Oil and Filter
69
Easy Engine Oil Drain System
69
Engine Oil Drain Pump
69
Section 4 - Specifications
69
Section 5 - Maintenance
69
Changing the Oil Filter
70
Power-Assisted Steering Fluid
71
Checking
71
Filling
72
Changing
72
Engine Coolant
72
Checking
72
Filling
73
Changing
73
Sterndrive Gear Lube
74
Checking
74
Filling
74
Changing
76
Power Trim Fluid
78
Checking
78
Filling
78
Changing
79
Flame Arrestor and PCV Valve
80
Cleaning the Flame Arrestor
80
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve (PCV)
81
Changing
81
Fuel Filters
81
Removal
81
Installation
83
Flushing the Power Package
84
General Information
84
Sterndrive Water Pickup
85
Flushing Attachments (Non-Running Flush)
85
Quick-Connect Flush (Non-Running Flush)
85
Flushing Attachments (Running Flush)
86
Vazer Sterndrive Connection
86
Flushing the Power Package (Running Flush)
87
Lubrication
88
Steering System
88
Throttle Cable
90
Shift Cable
90
Sterndrive U-Joint Shaft Splines and O-Rings (Sterndrive Removed)
91
Engine Coupler
91
Sterndrive U-Joint Shaft Splines and O-Rings
91
(Sterndrive Removed)
91
Propellers
92
Propeller Repair
92
Vazer Propeller Removal
92
Vazer Propeller Installation
93
Corrosion Protection
95
Vazer Sterndrive Corrosion Protection Components
96
March
96
Mercathode Kit (if Equipped)
98
Painting Your Power Package
98
Serpentine Drive Belt
99
Checking
100
Replacing
100
Battery
101
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine
101
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine (Boat out of the Water)
102
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine (Boat in the Water)
102
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine
102
The Water)
102
Section 6 - Storage
105
Cold Weather (Freezing Temperature) and Extended Storage
106
Draining the Vazer 100 Seawater System
106
Preparing the Power Package for Extended Storage
106
Preparing the Power Package for Extended
106
Storage
106
Engine and Fuel System Preparation
107
Battery Storage
108
Power Package Recommissioning
108
Section 7 - Troubleshooting
109
Diagnosing EFI Problems
110
Engine Guardian System
110
Troubleshooting Charts
110
Starter Motor will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slowly
110
Engine will Not Start or Is Hard to Start
110
Engine Runs Rough, Misses, or Backfires
111
Poor Performance
111
Excessive Engine Temperature
111
Insufficient Engine Temperature
111
Low Engine Oil Pressure
112
Battery will Not Recharge
112
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Does Not Operate)
112
Remote Control Is Difficult to Move, Has Excessive Play, or Makes Unusual Sounds
112
Steering Wheel Jerks or Is Difficult to Turn
112
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates but Sterndrive Unit Does Not Move)
113
Section 8 - Customer Assistance Information
116
Owner Service Assistance
116
Local Repair Service
116
Service Away from Home
116
Stolen Power Package
116
Attention Required after Submersion
116
Replacement Service Parts
116
Parts and Accessories Inquiries
117
Resolving a Problem
117
Mercury Marine Service Offices
117
Ordering Literature
118
United States and Canada
118
Outside the United States and Canada
118
Advertisement
MerCruiser Vazer 100 Owner's Manual (118 pages)
with Emissions Control
Brand:
MerCruiser
| Category:
Engine
| Size: 6.53 MB
Table of Contents
Read this Manual Thoroughly
3
Table of Contents
5
Section 1 - Warranty
9
Warranty Registration: Outside the United States and Canada
10
Warranty Registration: United States and Canada
10
Mercury Product Protection Plan: United States and Canada
11
Transfer of Warranty
11
Mercury Mercruiser Limited Warranty (Gasoline-Fueled Products Only)
12
3-Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion
14
Global Warranty Charts
15
Consumer Application Warranty Chart
15
Commercial Application Warranty Chart
16
Section 1 - Warranty
16
Government Application Warranty Chart
17
Mercury Installation Quality Certification Program
17
California Emissions Limited Warranty
18
What Is Covered
18
Duration of Coverage
19
How to Obtain Warranty Coverage
20
What Mercury will Do
20
What Is Not Covered
20
Components of the Emission Control System
21
Components of the Emission Control System 13 Disclaimers and Limitations
22
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
22
Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage
22
Owner's Warranty Responsibilities
22
Disclaimers and Limitations
22
California Emission Control Warranty Statement
22
Emission Control Information Label
23
Owner Responsibility
24
Emission Certification Star Label
24
Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
27
Identification
28
Engine Serial Number
28
Vazer Sterndrive Identification
28
Vazer Transom Serial Number
29
Lanyard Stop Switch
29
Instrumentation
31
Digital Gauges
31
Analog Gauges
31
Remote Controls
32
Panel Mount Features
32
Console Mount Features
33
Power Trim
33
Single Engine Trim and Trailer
35
Electrical System Overload Protection
35
Audio Warning System
38
Testing the Audio Warning System
39
Engine Guardian Strategy
39
Warning Horn Signals
39
Section 3 - on the Water
41
Safe Boating Suggestions
42
Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
43
Good Ventilation
44
Poor Ventilation
44
Basic Boat Operation
44
Launching and Boat Operation
44
Operation Chart
45
Starting and Stopping the Engine
45
Starting the Engine
45
Starting the Engine after Stopped While in Gear
46
Stopping the Engine
46
Throttle-Only Operation
46
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
47
Freezing Temperature Operation
47
Trailering the Boat
47
Protecting People in the Water
47
While You Are Cruising
47
While Boat Is Stationary
48
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation
48
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
48
Boats Having an Open Front Deck
48
Boats with Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
48
November
48
Wave and Wake Jumping
49
Impact with Underwater Hazards
49
Sterndrive Impact Protection
50
Conditions Affecting Operation
50
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the Boat
50
Bottom of Boat
51
Cavitation
51
Ventilation
51
Elevation and Climate
51
Propeller Selection
52
Getting Started
52
20-Hour Break-In Period
52
After the Break-In Period
52
End of First Season Checkup
53
Section 4 - Specifications
55
Fuel Requirements
56
Fuel Ratings
56
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasoline (USA Only)
56
Gasoline Containing Alcohol
56
Engine Oil
57
Engine Specifications
58
Fluid Specifications
58
Engine
58
Sterndrives
58
Power-Assisted Steering and Power Trim Fluids
58
Approved Power-Assisted Steering Fluids
58
Approved Power Trim Fluids
59
Approved Paints
59
Owner/Operator Responsibilities
62
Dealer Responsibilities
62
Maintenance
62
Do It Yourself Maintenance Suggestions
63
Inspection
63
Maintenance Schedule-Sterndrive Models
64
Routine Maintenance
64
Scheduled Maintenance
65
Maintenance Log
66
Engine Oil
68
Checking
68
Filling
68
Changing Oil and Filter
69
Easy Engine Oil Drain System
69
Engine Oil Drain Pump
70
Section 5 - Maintenance
70
Changing the Oil Filter
71
Power-Assisted Steering Fluid
72
Checking
72
Filling
73
Changing
73
Engine Coolant
73
Checking
73
Filling
74
Changing
74
Sterndrive Gear Lube
75
Checking
75
Filling
75
Changing
77
Power Trim Fluid
79
Checking
79
Filling
80
Changing
80
Flame Arrestor and PCV Valve
81
Cleaning the Flame Arrestor
81
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve (PCV)
82
Changing
82
Fuel Filters
82
Removal
82
Installation
84
Flushing the Power Package
85
General Information
85
Sterndrive Water Pickup
86
Flushing Attachments (Non-Running Flush)
86
Quick-Connect Flush (Non-Running Flush)
86
Flushing Attachments (Running Flush)
87
Vazer Sterndrive Connection
88
Flushing the Power Package (Running Flush)
88
Lubrication
89
Steering System
89
Throttle Cable
91
Shift Cable
91
Sterndrive U-Joint Shaft Splines and O-Rings (Sterndrive Removed)
92
Engine Coupler
92
Sterndrive U-Joint Shaft Splines and O-Rings
92
(Sterndrive Removed)
92
Propellers
93
Propeller Repair
93
Vazer Propeller Removal
93
Vazer Propeller Installation
94
Corrosion Protection
96
Vazer Sterndrive Corrosion Protection Components
97
November
98
Mercathode Kit (if Equipped)
99
Painting Your Power Package
100
Serpentine Drive Belt
100
Checking
101
Replacing
101
Battery
102
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine
103
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine (Boat out of the Water)
103
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine (Boat in the Water)
104
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine
104
The Water)
104
Section 6 - Storage
105
Cold Weather (Freezing Temperature) and Extended Storage
106
Draining the Vazer 100 Seawater System
106
Preparing the Power Package for Extended Storage
106
Preparing the Power Package for Extended
106
Storage
106
Engine and Fuel System Preparation
107
Battery Storage
108
Power Package Recommissioning
108
Section 7 - Troubleshooting
109
Diagnosing EFI Problems
110
Engine Guardian System
110
Troubleshooting Charts
110
Starter Motor will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slow
110
Engine will Not Start or Is Hard to Start
110
Engine Runs Rough, Misses And/Or Backfires
111
Poor Performance
111
Excessive Engine Temperature
111
Insufficient Engine Temperature
111
Low Engine Oil Pressure
112
Battery will Not Come up on Charge
112
Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Excessive Free-Play or Makes Unusual Sounds
112
Steering Wheel Turns Hard or Jerky
112
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Does Not Operate)
112
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates but Sterndrive Unit Does Not Move)
113
But Sterndrive Unit Does Not Move)
113
Section 8 - Customer Assistance Information
116
Owner Service Assistance
116
Local Repair Service
116
Service Away from Home
116
Stolen Power Package
116
Attention Required after Submersion
116
Replacement Service Parts
116
Parts and Accessories Inquiries
117
Resolving a Problem
117
Mercury Marine Service Offices
117
Ordering Literature
118
United States and Canada
118
Outside the United States and Canada
118
MerCruiser Vazer 100 User Manual (110 pages)
Brand:
MerCruiser
| Category:
Engine
| Size: 6.37 MB
Table of Contents
Read this Manual Thoroughly
3
Table of Contents
5
Section 1 - Warranty
9
Warranty Registration: Outside the United States and Canada
10
Warranty Registration: United States and Canada
10
Mercury Product Protection Plan: United States and Canada
11
Transfer of Warranty
11
Mercury Mercruiser Limited Warranty (Gasoline-Fueled Products Only) -USA and Canada (for Other Countries Please Refer to the Chart Below)
12
3-Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion - USA and Canada (for Other Countries Please Refer to the Chart Below)
14
Global Warranty Charts
15
Consumer Application Warranty Chart
16
Commercial Application Warranty Chart
17
Government Application Warranty Chart
18
Mercury Installation Quality Certification Program
18
Mercury Installation Quality Certification Program 10 Emission Control Information Label
19
Emission Control Information Label
19
Owner Responsibility
20
Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
21
Identification
22
Engine Serial Number
22
Vazer Sterndrive Identification
22
Vazer Transom Serial Number
23
Lanyard Stop Switch
23
Instrumentation
25
Digital Gauges
25
Analog Gauges
25
Remote Controls
26
Panel Mount Features
26
Console Mount Features
27
Power Trim
27
Single Engine Trim and Trailer
29
Electrical System Overload Protection
29
Audio Warning System
31
Testing the Audio Warning System
32
Engine Guardian Strategy
32
Warning Horn Signals
32
Safe Boating Suggestions
34
Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
35
Good Ventilation
35
Poor Ventilation
36
Basic Boat Operation
36
Launching and Boat Operation
36
Operation Chart
37
Starting and Stopping the Engine
37
Starting the Engine
37
Starting the Engine after Stopped While in Gear
38
Stopping the Engine
38
Throttle-Only Operation
38
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
39
Freezing Temperature Operation
39
Trailering the Boat
39
Protecting People in the Water
39
While You Are Cruising
39
Section 3 - on the Water
39
While Boat Is Stationary
40
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation
40
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
40
Boats Having an Open Front Deck
40
Boats with Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
40
August
40
Wave and Wake Jumping
41
Impact with Underwater Hazards
41
Sterndrive Impact Protection
42
Conditions Affecting Operation
42
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the Boat
42
The Bottom of the Boat
43
Cavitation
43
Ventilation
43
Elevation and Climate
43
Propeller Selection
44
Getting Started
44
20-Hour Break-In Period
44
After the Break-In Period
44
End of First Season Checkup
45
Section 4 - Specifications
47
Fuel Requirements
48
Fuel Ratings
48
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasolines (USA Only)
48
Gasolines Containing Alcohol
48
Engine Oil
49
Engine Specifications
49
Fluid Specifications
50
Engine
50
Sterndrives
50
Power-Assisted Steering and Power Trim Fluids
50
Approved Power Trim Fluids
50
Approved Power-Assisted Steering Fluids
50
Approved Paints
51
Owner/Operator Responsibilities
54
Dealer Responsibilities
54
Maintenance
54
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions
55
Inspection
55
Maintenance Schedule-Sterndrive Models
56
Routine Maintenance
56
Scheduled Maintenance
57
Maintenance Log
58
Engine Oil
60
Checking
60
Filling
60
Changing Oil and Filter
61
Easy Engine Oil Drain System
61
Engine Oil Drain Pump
61
Changing the Oil Filter
62
Power-Assisted Steering Fluid
63
Checking
63
Filling
64
Changing
64
Engine Coolant
64
Checking
64
Filling
65
Changing
65
Sterndrive Gear Lube
66
Checking
66
Filling
66
Changing
68
Power Trim Fluid
70
Checking
70
Filling
70
Changing
71
Flame Arrestor and PCV Valve
72
Cleaning the Flame Arrestor
72
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve (PCV)
73
Section 5 - Maintenance
73
Changing
73
Fuel Filters
73
Removal
73
Installation
75
Flushing the Power Package
76
General Information
76
Sterndrive Water Pickup
77
Flushing Attachments (Non-Running Flush)
77
Quick-Connect Flush (Non-Running Flush)
77
Flushing Attachments (Running Flush)
78
Vazer Sterndrive Connection
78
Flushing the Power Package (Running Flush)
79
Lubrication
80
Steering System
80
Throttle Cable
82
Shift Cable
82
Sterndrive U-Joint Shaft Splines and O-Rings (Sterndrive Removed)
83
Engine Coupler
83
Propellers
84
Propeller Repair
84
Vazer Propeller Removal
84
Vazer Propeller Installation
85
Corrosion Protection
87
Vazer Sterndrive Corrosion Protection Components
88
Mercathode Kit (if Equipped)
90
Painting Your Power Package
90
Serpentine Drive Belt
91
Checking
92
Replacing
92
Battery
93
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine
93
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine (Boat out of the Water)
94
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine (Boat in the Water)
94
Section 6 - Storage
97
Cold Weather (Freezing Temperature) and Extended Storage
98
Draining the Vazer 100 Seawater System
98
Preparing the Power Package for Extended Storage
98
Engine and Fuel System Preparation
99
Battery Storage
100
Power Package Recommissioning
100
Section 7 - Troubleshooting
101
Diagnosing EFI Problems
102
Engine Guardian System
102
Troubleshooting Charts
102
Starter Motor will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slow
102
Engine will Not Start or Is Hard to Start
102
Engine Runs Rough, Misses, or Backfires
103
Poor Performance
103
Excessive Engine Temperature
103
Insufficient Engine Temperature
103
Low Engine Oil Pressure
104
Battery will Not Recharge
104
Remote Control Is Difficult to Move, Has Excessive Play, or Makes Unusual Sounds
104
Steering Wheel Jerks or Is Difficult to Turn
104
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Does Not Operate)
104
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates but Sterndrive Unit Does Not Move)
105
Section 8 - Customer Assistance Information
107
Owner Service Assistance
108
Local Repair Service
108
Service Away from Home
108
Stolen Power Package
108
Attention Required after Submersion
108
Replacement Service Parts
108
Parts and Accessories Inquiries
109
Resolving a Problem
109
Mercury Marine Service Offices
109
August
109
Ordering Literature
110
United States and Canada
110
Outside the United States and Canada
110
Advertisement
MerCruiser Vazer 100 User Manual (96 pages)
with Emissions Control
Brand:
MerCruiser
| Category:
Engine
| Size: 6.92 MB
Table of Contents
Read this Manual Thoroughly
2
Table of Contents
5
Section 1 - Warranty
9
Transfer of Warranty
10
Warranty Registration: Outside the United States and Canada
10
Warranty Registration: United States and Canada
10
Mercury Mercruiser Limited Warranty (Gasoline-Fueled Products Only)
11
Mercury Product Protection Plan: United States and Canada
11
3-Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion
13
Global Warranty Charts
14
Consumer Application Warranty Chart
15
Commercial Application Warranty Chart
16
Government Application Warranty Chart
17
California Emissions Limited Warranty
18
What Is Covered
19
Duration of Coverage
19
How to Obtain Warranty Coverage
19
What Mercury will Do
19
What Is Not Covered
19
Disclaimers and Limitations
20
Mercury Installation Quality Certification Program
18
California Emission Control Warranty Statement
20
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
20
Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage
20
Owner's Warranty Responsibilities
20
Emission Control Information Label
20
Owner Responsibility
21
Emission Certification Star Label
21
Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
23
Identification
24
Engine Serial Number
24
Vazer Sterndrive Identification
24
Vazer Transom Serial Number
25
Lanyard Stop Switch
25
Instrumentation
26
Digital Gauges
26
Analog Gauges
27
Remote Controls
27
Panel Mount Features
28
Console Mount Features
28
Power Trim
29
Single Engine Trim and Trailer
30
Electrical System Overload Protection
30
Audio Warning System
33
Caution
33
Severe
33
Obdm
34
Testing the Audio Warning System
34
Guardian Strategy
34
Safe Boating Suggestions
36
Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
37
Good Ventilation
37
Poor Ventilation
37
Basic Boat Operation
38
Launching and Boat Operation
38
Operation Chart
38
Starting and Stopping the Engine
38
Starting the Engine
39
Starting the Engine after Stopped While in Gear
39
Stopping the Engine
39
Throttle-Only Operation
39
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
40
Freezing Temperature Operation
40
Trailering the Boat
40
Protecting People in the Water
40
While You Are Cruising
40
While Boat Is Stationary
40
Section 3 - on the Water
40
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation
41
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
41
Boats Having an Open Front Deck
41
Boats with Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
41
Wave and Wake Jumping
41
Impact with Underwater Hazards
42
Sterndrive Impact Protection
42
Conditions Affecting Operation
43
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the Boat
43
The Bottom of the Boat
43
Cavitation
43
Ventilation
43
Elevation and Climate
43
Propeller Selection
43
Getting Started
44
20-Hour Break-In Period
44
After the Break-In Period
44
End of First Season Checkup
44
Fuel Requirements
46
Fuel Ratings
46
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasoline (USA Only)
46
Gasoline Containing Alcohol
46
Engine Oil
46
Engine Specifications
47
Fluid Specifications
48
Engine
48
Sterndrives
48
Power-Assisted Steering and Power Trim Fluids
48
Approved Power Trim Fluids
48
Approved Power-Assisted Steering Fluids
48
Approved Paints
48
Owner/Operator Responsibilities
50
Dealer Responsibilities
50
Maintenance
50
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions
50
Inspection
51
Maintenance Schedule-Sterndrive Models
52
Routine Maintenance
52
Scheduled Maintenance
52
Maintenance Log
53
Engine Oil
55
Checking
55
Filling
55
Changing Oil and Filter
55
Easy Engine Oil Drain System
56
Engine Oil Drain Pump
56
Changing the Oil Filter
57
Power-Assisted Steering Fluid
58
Checking
58
Filling
58
Changing
58
Engine Coolant
59
Checking
59
Filling
59
Changing
59
Sterndrive Gear Lube
59
Checking
60
Filling
60
Changing
61
Power Trim Fluid
62
Checking
62
Filling
63
Changing
64
Flame Arrestor and PCV Valve
64
Cleaning the Flame Arrestor
64
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve (PCV)
64
Section 5 - Maintenance
64
Fuel Filters
65
Removal
65
Installation
66
Flushing the Power Package
67
General Information
67
Sterndrive Water Pickup
67
Flushing Attachments (Non-Running Flush)
68
Quick-Connect Flush (Non-Running Flush)
68
Flushing Attachments (Running Flush)
69
Vazer Sterndrive Connection
69
Flushing the Power Package (Running Flush)
69
Lubrication
70
Steering System
70
Throttle Cable
72
Shift Cable
72
Sterndrive U-Joint Shaft Splines and O-Rings
73
Removed)
73
Engine Coupler
73
Propellers
73
Propeller Repair
73
Sterndrive U-Joint Shaft Splines and O-Rings (Sterndrive Removed)
73
Vazer Propeller Removal
74
Vazer Propeller Installation
75
Corrosion Protection
76
Vazer Sterndrive Corrosion Protection Components
76
Mercathode Kit (if Equipped)
78
Painting Your Power Package
78
Serpentine Drive Belt
79
Checking
79
Replacing
79
Battery
80
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine
80
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine (Boat out of the Water)
80
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine
81
Water)
81
Supplying Cooling Water to the Engine (Boat in the Water)
81
Section 6 - Storage
83
Cold Weather (Freezing Temperature) and Extended Storage
84
Draining the Vazer 100 Seawater System
84
Preparing the Power Package for Extended Storage
84
Engine and Fuel System Preparation
84
Battery Storage
85
Power Package Recommissioning
85
Diagnosing EFI Problems
88
Engine Guardian System
88
Troubleshooting Charts
88
Starter Motor will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slowly
88
Engine will Not Start or Is Hard to Start
88
Engine Runs Rough, Misses, or Backfires
89
Poor Performance
89
Excessive Engine Temperature
89
Insufficient Engine Temperature
89
Low Engine Oil Pressure
90
Battery will Not Recharge
90
Remote Control Is Difficult to Move, Has Excessive Play, or Makes Unusual Sounds
90
Steering Wheel Jerks or Is Difficult to Turn
90
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Does Not Operate)
90
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates but Sterndrive Unit Does Not Move)
91
Section 8 - Customer Assistance Information
93
Owner Service Assistance
94
Local Repair Service
94
Service Away from Home
94
Stolen Power Package
94
Attention Required after Submersion
94
Replacement Service Parts
94
Parts and Accessories Inquiries
94
Resolving a Problem
94
Mercury Marine Service Offices
95
Ordering Literature
95
United States and Canada
95
Outside the United States and Canada
96
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