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Identification Record

PLEASE RECORD THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

1.

Engine Model and Horsepower Engine Serial Number

2.

Transom Assembly Serial Number (Sterndrive) Gear Ratio Sterndrive Unit Serial Number

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Transmission Model (Inboard) Gear Ratio Transmission Serial Number

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Propeller Number Pitch Diameter

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Hull Identification Number (HIN) Purchase Date6.

Boat Manufacturer Boat Model Length

7.

Exhaust Gas Emissions Certificate Number (Europe Only)

SERIAL NUMBERS

The serial numbers are the manufacturers keys to numerous engineering details which apply to your MercuryMerCruiser power package. When contacting your Authorized Mercury MerCruiser Dealer about service,always specify model and serial numbers.

The description and specifications contained herein were in effect at the time this guide was approved forprinting. Mercury Marine, whose policy is one of continuous improvement, reserves the right to discontinuemodels at any time, or to change specifications or designs, without notice and without incurring obligation.

Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A.

2001, Mercury MarineThe following are registered trademarks of Brunswick Corporation: AutoBlend, Jet-Prop, Mariner, Merc,MerCathode, MerCruiser, Mercury, Mercury Marine, Quicksilver, RideGuide, Thruster and MMPP.

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Welcome!

You have selected one of the finest marine power packages available. It incorporates numerous design featureto assure operating ease and durability.

With proper care and maintenance, you will thoroughly enjoy using this product for many boating seasons. T

ensure maximum performance and carefree use, we ask that you thoroughly read this manual.The Operation, Maintenance and Warranty Manual contains specific instructions for using and maintaining yoproduct. We suggest that this manual remain with the product for ready reference whenever you are on the wate

Thank you for purchasing one of our Mercury MerCruiser products. We sincerely hope your boating will bpleasant!

Consumer Affairs Department

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Warranty Message

The product you have purchased comes with a limited warranty from Mercury Marine; the terms of the warranare set forth in the WarrantySections of this manual. The warranty statement contains a description of what covered, what is not covered, the duration of coverage, how to best obtain warranty coverage, importadisclaimers and limitations of damages, and other related information. Please review this importainformation.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Warranty Information 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Owner Warranty Registration 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

International Owner Registration 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Warranty Policies 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Transferable Warranty 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mercury Product Protection Plan 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Read This Manual Thoroughly 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

General Information 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lanyard Stop Switch 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Exhaust Emissions 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wave And Wake Jumping 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Impact With Underwater Hazards 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating With Low Water Inlets In Shallow Water 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safe Boating Suggestions 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Protecting People In The Water 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

High-Speed And High-Performance Boat Operation 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Conditions Affecting Operation 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Important Information 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation And Maintenance 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Freezing Temperature Operation 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Drain Plug and Bilge Pump 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Attention Required After Submersion 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emissions Information (Europe Only) 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailering Boat 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Launching And Boat Operation Care 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stolen Power Package 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacement Service Parts 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20-Hour Break-In Period 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

After Break-In Period 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

End of First Season Checkup 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Instrumentation 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Audio Warning System 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Electrical System Overload Protection 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Remote Controls 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Remote Control Features 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power Trim 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation Chart 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting, Shifting And Stopping 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Specifications 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel Recommendations 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seacock Size Recommendation 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Crankcase Oil 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine Specifications 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fluid Capacities 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Routine Maintenance 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Scheduled Maintenance 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking Fluid Levels 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel Pump Sight Tube Inspection 3.0L Models 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Changing Crankcase Oil and Filter 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Changing Drive Unit Oil 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning Flame Arrestor and Related Components 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Changing Water Separating Fuel Filter 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lubrication 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Propeller 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Alpha 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bravo One and Two 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bravo Three 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Drive Belts 60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

V-Belts (3.0L Model) 60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Serpentine Drive Belt 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Corrosion And Corrosion Protection 67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emissions (Europe Only) 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Miscellaneous Maintenance 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Battery 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Inspection And Maintenance 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cold Weather Or Extended Storage 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power Package Lay Up 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Draining 75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seawater (Raw-Water) Cooled Models 75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Closed Cooled (Coolant) Models 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.0L Single Point Drain 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Clearing Clogged Blue Drain Hoses 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Flushing Cooling System 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sterndrive Water Pickups 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Alternative Water Pickups 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Battery Winter Storage 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power Package Recommissioning 87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owner Service Assistance 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Customer Service Literature 96. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ordering Literature 99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Warranty Information

Owner Warranty Registration

UNITED STATES AND CANADA ONLY

It is important that your selling dealer fills out the Warranty Registration Card completely and mails it to thefactory immediately upon sale of the new product.

It identifies name and address of the original purchaser, product model and serial number(s), date of sale,type of use and selling dealer s code, name and address. The dealer also certifies that you are the originalpurchaser and user of the product.

Upon receipt of the Warranty Registration Card at the factory, you will be issued a plastic Owner WarrantyRegistration Card which is your only valid registration identification. It must be presented to the servicingdealer should warranty service be required. Warranty claims will not be accepted without presentation of thiscard.

A temporary Owner Warranty Registration Card will be presented to you when you purchase the product. Itis valid only for 30 days from date of sale while your plastic Owner Warranty Registration Card is beingprocessed. Should your product need service during this period, present the temporary registration card tothe dealer. He will attach it to your warranty claim form.

Because of your selling dealers continuing personal interest in your satisfaction, the product should bereturned to him for warranty service.

If your plastic card is not received within 30 days from date of new product sale, please contact your sellingdealer.

The product warranty is not effective until the product is registered at the factory.

NOTICE: Registration lists must be maintained by factory and dealer on marine products sold in the UnitedStates, should notification under the Federal Boat Safety Act be required.