Mercury 8/9.9 BigFoot, Manual, Page: 110 / 153

MAINTENANCE
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Top Cowl Removal And Installation
REMOVAL
1. Pull out the front cowl latch.
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2. Lift front of cowl to clear front latch and push toward the rear
to clear rear hook.
3. Lift top cowl to remove.
INSTALLATION
1. Lower top cowl into position over engine.
2. Move the cowl toward the rear to align rear hook. After rear
hook has engaged, move cowl toward front and push down
front of cowl.
3. Push in latch to secure top cowl.
Battery Inspection
The battery should be inspected at periodic intervals to ensure
proper engine starting capability.
IMPORTANT: Read the safety and maintenance instructions
which accompany your battery.
1. Turn off the engine before servicing the battery.
2. Ensure the battery is secure against movement.
3. Battery cable terminals should be clean, tight, and correctly
installed. Positive to positive and negative to negative.
4. Ensure the battery is equipped with a nonconductive shield
to prevent accidental shorting of battery terminals.