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Mercury V-8 series User Manual

Mercury V-8 series User Manual (127 pages)

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Brand: Mercury | Category: Engine | Size: 0.59 MB

Table of Contents

Serial Number
2
Serial Numbers
2
Table of Contents
4
Welcome

6
- Warranty Message
  6
- Read this Manual Thoroughly
  7
General Information

8
- Lanyard Stop Switch
  8
Exhaust Emissions

11
- Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
  11
Safe Boating Suggestions

14
Protecting People in the Water

17
- While You Are Cruising
  17
- While Boat Is Stationary
  17
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation

17
Conditions Affecting Operation

18
- Weight Distribution
  18
- Bottom of Boat
  18
- Cavitation
  19
- Ventilation
  19
- Propeller Selection
  19
- How Elevation and Climate Affect Performance
  21
Important Information

22
- Operation and Maintenance
  22
- Freezing Temperature Operation
  23
- Drive Unit Impact Protection
  23
- Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
  23
- Emissions Information (Europe Only)
  24
- Attention Required after Submersion
  24
- Trailering Boat
  24
- Launching and Boat Operation Care
  25
- Stolen Power Package
  25
- Replacement Service Parts
  26
- Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions
  27
- Multiple EFI Engine Battery Precautions
  28
- Diagnosing EFI Problems (if Equipped)
  29
- Water Separating Fuel Filter
  29
- 20-Hour Break-In Period
  30
- After Break-In Period
  31
- End of First Season Checkup
  31
- Operation
  33
- Instrumentation
  33
- Audio Warning System
  35
- Electrical System Overload Protection
  37
- Remote Controls (Panel Mounted)
  41
- Remote Controls (Console Mounted)
  43
- Remote Controls (Two Lever)
  45
- Power Trim
  47
- Starting, Shifting and Stopping
  54
- Operation Chart
  57
Specifications

58
- Fuel Recommendations
  58
- Crankcase Oil
  60
Engine Specifications (4 Cyl. Models)

61
Engine Specifications (V-6 Models)

62
Engine Specifications (V-8 Models)

63
- Engine Specifications
  64
Maintenance

65
- Maintenance Aids
  65
- Maintenance Chart
  66
- Checking Fluid Levels
  73
- Fuel Pump Sight Tube Inspection 3.0L Models
  75
- Propeller
  77
- Flushing Cooling System
  81
- V-Belts (3.0L Model)
  83
- Serpentine Drive Belt (All Other Models)
  85
- Corrosion and Corrosion Protection
  87
Emissions (Europe Only)

93
- Emissions Testing
  95
Miscellaneous Maintenance

96
- Battery
  96
- Bottom of Boat
  97
- Inspection and Maintenance
  97
Cold Weather or Extended Storage

98
- Power Package Lay up
  98
- Battery Winter Storage
  98
- Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
  98
- Power Package Recommissioning
  99
Troubleshooting

100
- Poor Performance
  103
- Excessive Engine Temperature
  103
- Insufficient Engine Temperature
  104
- Low Engine Oil Pressure
  104
- Battery will Not Come up on Charge
  104
- Steering Wheel Turns Hard or Jerky
  105
Warranty Information

107
- Owner Warranty Registration
  107
- International Owner Registration
  108
Warranty Policies

109
- Mercruiser Limited Warranty - Gasoline Engines
  109
- Mercruiser International Warranty - Gasoline Engines
  111
Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion Failure

114
- (Applicable in the United States, Canada and Australia)
  114
- Warranty Coverage
  116
- Transferable Warranty
  119
- Q-Guard Product Protection Plan
  120
- Owner Service Assistance
  121
  - Resolving a Problem
    122
  - Mercury Marine Service Offices
    123
Customer Service Literature

124
- English Language
  124
- Other Languages
  124
- Ordering Literature
  127

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