Mercury 25 Jet 4-Stroke User Manual

ENGINE INSTALLATION
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Control Cable Installation
THROTTLE CABLE INSTALLATION
Install the cables into the remote control following the instructions
provided with the remote control.
1. Move the remote control handle from neutral into forward and
advance the handle to full speed position.
NOTE: The throttle cable is the second cable to move when
moving the control box out of neutral.
2. Install the throttle cable to the throttle actuating lever. Secure
with a washer and cotter pin retainer.
3. Adjust the throttle cable barrel, so when barrel is installed into
the throttle cable barrel support, no play can be felt when
lightly pushing the throttle cam with your finger.
c
a
b
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a - Throttle cam (no play can be felt when lightly pushing)
b - Throttle cable barrel
c - Throttle actuating lever
4. Slowly return the remote control handle back to the neutral
detent position.
5. Inspect the cam roller to ensure it is not contacting the cam.

Mercury 25 Jet 4-Stroke Specifications

General

Horsepower	25 HP
Engine Type	4-Stroke
Full Throttle RPM Range	5000-6000 RPM
Fuel Induction System	Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Shaft Length	15" / 20"
Gear Ratio	2.08:1
Recommended Fuel	87 octane / up to 10% ethanol
Starting	Electric
Weight	71 kg / 157 lbs (Lightest Model Available)
Steering	Tiller
WOT RPM	5000-6000 RPM