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MAINTENANCE

• Swivel Bracket ‑ Lubricate through fittings.

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a -

Swivel bracket

b -

Co‑pilot

• Transom Clamp Screws ‑ Lubricate threads.

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NOTE: Lubricating the tiller handle bushing and shift handle detent

requires disassembly of the product. These points should be lubricated at

least once a year by an authorized dealer.

• Tiller Handle Rubber Bushing ‑ Lubricate internal diameter.

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• Shift Handle Detent ‑ Lubricate detent.

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2. Lubricate the following with Light Weight Oil.

Summary of Contents for OUTBOARD MOTOR

Page 1: ...LACEMENT PARTS FOR YOUR OUTBOARD We recommend using original Mercury Precision or Quicksilver replacement parts and Genuine Lubricants WARNING Using a replacement part that is inferior to the original...

Page 2: ...i Recommended spark plug and gap OWNER RESPONSIBILITY The owner operator is required to have routine engine maintenance performed to maintain emission levels within prescribed certification standards...

Page 3: ...ce gearcase lubricant See Gearcase Lubrication Check fuel line filter for contaminants See Fuel System Check corrosion control anode Check more frequently when used in salt water See Corrosion Control...

Page 4: ...Thread in hose coupling Top Cowl Removal And Installation REMOVAL 1 Unlock the rear latch by pushing lever down ob00485 2 Lift rear of cowl and disengage front hook ob00486 INSTALLATION 1 Engage the f...

Page 5: ...rd is protected with a durable baked enamel finish Clean and wax often using marine cleaners and waxes Fuel System WARNING Avoid serious injury or death from gasoline fire or explosion Carefully follo...

Page 6: ...r signs of deterioration or damage If any of these conditions are found the fuel line or primer bulb must be replaced Propeller Replacement WARNING If the propeller shaft is rotated while the engine i...

Page 7: ...ub from corroding and seizing to the propeller shaft especially in salt water always apply a coat of the recommended lubricant to the entire propeller shaft at the recommended maintenance intervals an...

Page 8: ...ust washer Spark Plug Inspection And Replacement WARNING Avoid serious injury or death from fire or explosion caused by damaged spark plug boots Damaged spark plug boots can emit sparks Sparks can ign...

Page 9: ...inger tight and then tighten 1 4 turn or torque to specifications Description Nm lb in lb ft Spark plug 27 20 Lubrication Points 1 Lubricate the following with Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubrica...

Page 10: ...92 NOTE Lubricating the tiller handle bushing and shift handle detent requires disassembly of the product These points should be lubricated at least once a year by an authorized dealer Tiller Handle R...

Page 11: ...cement for removal and installation of the propeller Coat the entire propeller shaft with lubricant to prevent the propeller hub from corroding to the shaft ob00490 Changing Engine Oil ENGINE OIL CAPA...

Page 12: ...ng gearcase lubricant visually check for the presence of water in the lubricant If water is present it may have settled to the bottom and will drain out prior to the lubricant or it may be mixed with...

Page 13: ...RCASE LUBRICANT CAPACITY Gearcase lubricant capacity is approximately 195 ml 6 6 fl oz GEARCASE LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATION Mercury or Quicksilver Premium or High Performance Gear Lubricant CHECKING LUBR...

Page 14: ...the vent plug and sealing washer before removing the lubricant tube 5 Remove lubricant tube and reinstall cleaned fill drain plug and sealing washer Submerged Outboard A submerged outboard will requir...