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ictoria
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cury
Marine
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eserved
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90-8M0113856
NOVEMBER 2015
3.0 MPI ECT
and 3.0 TKS
Sterndrive Models
OPERATION &
MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
2
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Identification Information
10
Identification
10
Engine Serial Number Decal
10
Alpha Sterndrive Serial Number
11
Alpha Transom Serial Number
11
Lanyard Stop Switch
12
Keep the Lanyard Stop Switch and Lanyard Cord in Good Operating Condition
13
Instrumentation
13
Vesselview
13
Smartcraft Digital Instruments
13
System Link Digital Instruments
14
Remote Controls
14
Panel Mount Features
15
Console Mount Features
15
Power Trim
16
Single Engine Trim/Trailer
17
Dual Engine Trim/Trailer
17
Electrical System Overload Protection-3.0 MPI ECT
17
Electrical System Overload Protection-3.0 TKS
20
Visual and Audio Warning Systems (ECT)
23
Service Engine Light and OBD-M MIL Kit
23
Caution
23
Critical
23
Testing the Audio Warning System
23
Testing the OBD-M Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL). 15 Audio Warning System
23
Guardian Strategy
24
Audio Warning System-3.0 TKS
24
Testing the Audio Warning System
24
Section 2 - on the Water 2
25
Safe Boating Recommendations
26
Carbon Monoxide Exposure
27
Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
27
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas
27
Good Ventilation
27
Poor Ventilation
28
Launching and Boat Operation
28
Operation Chart
28
Starting and Stopping the Engine-3.0 MPI ECT
29
Starting and Stopping the Engine
29
Starting the Engine
29
Starting the Engine after Stopped While in Gear
29
Stopping the Engine
29
Starting and Stopping the Engine-3.0 TKS
29
Stopping the Engine
30
Gear
30
Starting the Engine after It Has Been Stopped While in
30
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
30
Freezing Temperature Operation
30
Section 2 - on the Water
30
Starting the Engine after It Has Been Stopped While in Gear
30
Throttle Only Operation
30
Trailering the Boat
30
High-Speed and High-Performance Operation
31
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
31
Boats Having an Open Front Deck
31
Boats with Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
31
Protecting People in the Water
31
While Boat Is Stationary
31
While You Are Cruising
31
Impact with Underwater Hazards
32
Drive Unit Impact Protection
33
Wave and Wake Jumping
32
Conditions Affecting Operation
33
Cavitation
33
The Bottom of the Boat
33
Ventilation
33
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the Boat
33
Elevation and Climate
34
Propeller Selection
34
Getting Started-3.0 MPI ECT
34
20-Hour Break-In Period
34
After Break-In Period
34
End of First Season Checkup
35
Getting Started-3.0 TKS
35
20-Hour Break-In Period
35
After Break-In Period
35
Section 3 - Specifications
37
Specifications-3.0 MPI ECT
38
Engine Specifications-3.0 MPI ECT
38
Fuel Requirements
38
Fuel Ratings
38
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasoline (USA Only)
38
Bu16 Butanol Fuel Blends
39
Engine Oil
39
Gasoline Containing Alcohol
39
Methanol and Ethanol Fuel Blends
39
Engine
40
Fluid Specifications
40
Sterndrives
40
Specifications-3.0 TKS
40
Engine Specifications-3.0 TKS
40
Fuel Requirements
41
Fuel Ratings
41
Gasolines Containing Alcohol
41
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasolines (USA Only)
41
Engine
42
Engine Oil
42
Fluid Specifications
42
Sterndrives
42
Section 4 - Maintenance
45
General Information
46
Owner/Operator Responsibilities
46
Dealer Responsibilities
46
Maintenance
46
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions
46
Section 4 - Maintenance
46
Inspection
47
Sealed Carburetor Mixture Screw
47
Maintenance Schedules-3.0 MPI ECT
47
Routine Maintenance
47
Section 4 - Maintenance
47
Scheduled Maintenance
48
Section 4 - Maintenance
48
Scheduled Maintenance Procedures Specifically for 3.0 MPI ECT
49
Cleaning the Flame Arrestor
49
Cleaning the IAC Muffler
49
Section 4 - Maintenance
49
Inspecting the Fuel Pump Sight Tube
50
Section 4 - Maintenance
50
Drive Belts
51
Alternator Belt
51
Checking
51
Power Steering Pump Drive Belt
51
Replacing Belts on Front Mount Models
51
Section 4 - Maintenance
51
Alternator Belt
52
Power Steering Pump Drive Belt
52
Replacing Belts on Side Mount Models
52
Maintenance Schedules-3.0 TKS
52
Routine Maintenance
52
Section 4 - Maintenance
52
Scheduled Maintenance
53
Section 4 - Maintenance
53
Scheduled Maintenance Procedures Specifically for 3.0 TKS
54
Cleaning the Flame Arrestor
54
Section 4 - Maintenance
54
Changing
55
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve (PCV)
55
Fuel Pump Sight Tube Inspection
55
Section 4 - Maintenance
55
Drive Belts
56
Alternator Belt
56
Checking
56
Power Steering Pump Drive Belt, if Equipped
56
Replacing - Front Mount Models
56
Section 4 - Maintenance
56
Alternator Belt
57
Power Steering Pump Drive Belt, if Equipped
57
Replacing - Side Mount Models
57
Changing the Water-Separating Fuel Filter
57
Section 4 - Maintenance
57
Section 4 - Maintenance
58
Engine Oil-3.0 MPI ECT
58
Checking and Filling
58
Changing the Oil and Filter
59
Section 4 - Maintenance
59
Engine Oil-3.0 TKS
60
Changing the Oil and Filter
60
Checking and Filling
60
Power-Assisted Steering Fluid-3.0 MPI ECT
61
Checking
61
Filling
61
Changing
62
Power-Assisted Steering Fluid-3.0 TKS
62
Checking
62
Filling
62
Engine Coolant-3.0 MPI ECT
63
Checking
63
Changing
64
Filling
64
Engine Coolant-3.0 TKS
64
Checking
64
Changing
65
Filling
65
Alpha Sterndrive Gear Lube
65
Checking
65
Filling
66
Changing
67
Power Trim Fluid
68
Checking
68
Filling
68
Changing
69
Lubrication
69
Steering System
69
Throttle Cable-3.0 MPI ECT
70
Shift Plate Control Cable Lubrication
71
Throttle Cable-3.0 TKS
71
Driveshaft Extension Models
72
Driveshaft U-Joint Splines and O-Rings
72
Driveshaft U-Joint Splines and O-Rings (Sterndrive Unit Removed)
72
Engine Coupler
72
Removed)
72
Propellers
73
Alpha Propeller Installation
73
Alpha Propeller Removal
73
Propeller Repair
73
Flushing the Power Package
74
Flushing Attachments
74
Sterndrive Water Pickups
75
Battery
76
Corrosion Protection
76
Painting Your Power Package
80
Section 5 - Storage
81
Models
81
Preparing Power Package for Storage-Carburetor
81
Cold Weather or Extended Storage
82
Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasolines (U.S.A. Only)
82
Fuel Containing Alcohol
82
Preparing Power Package for Storage-MPI Models
82
Section 5 - Storage
82
Engine and Fuel System Preparation
83
Special Fuel MIX
83
Engine and Fuel System Preparation
84
Preparing Power Package for Storage-Carburetor Models
84
Draining the Seawater System
85
Draining the 3.0 MPI ECT Seawater System
85
Single-Point Drain System
85
Draining the Seawater Section of Models with Closed Cooling
86
Draining the 3.0 TKS Seawater System
88
Single Point Drain System
88
Draining the Seawater Section of Models with Closed Cooling
89
Clearing Clogged Blue Drain Hoses
91
Draining the Sterndrive
93
Battery Storage
93
Recommissioning the Power Package
93
Section 6 - Troubleshooting
95
Troubleshooting Information and Charts Specifically for 3.0 MPI ECT
96
Diagnosing EFI Problems
96
Engine Guardian System
96
Starter Motor will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slowly
96
Engine will Not Start or Is Hard to Start
96
Engine Runs Rough, Misses, or Backfires
97
Poor Performance
97
Troubleshooting Charts Specifically for 3.0 TKS
97
Starter Motor will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slow
97
Engine will Not Start or Is Hard to Start
97
Engine Runs Rough, Misses, or Backfires
98
Poor Performance
98
Excessive Engine Temperature
98
Troubleshooting Charts for 3.0 MPI ECT and 3.0 TKS
98
Battery will Not Recharge
99
Insufficient Engine Temperature
99
Low Engine Oil Pressure
99
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Does Not Operate)
99
Remote Control Is Difficult to Move, Has Excessive Play, or Makes Unusual Sounds
99
Steering Wheel Jerks or Is Difficult to Turn
99
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates but Sterndrive Unit Does Not Move)
100
Section 7 - Customer Assistance Information
101
Attention Required after Submersion
102
Local Repair Service
102
Owner Service Assistance
102
Parts and Accessories Inquiries
102
Replacement Service Parts
102
Resolving a Problem
102
Contact Information for Mercury Marine Customer Service
103
Service Away from Home
102
Stolen Power Package
102
Customer Service Literature
103
English Language
103
Other Languages
104
Ordering Literature
104
United States and Canada
104
Outside the United States and Canada
104
Section 8 - Checklists
105
Predelivery Inspection (PDI)
106
Customer Delivery Inspection (CDI)
107
Section 9 - Maintenance Log
109
Scheduled Maintenance Log
110
Vessel Maintenance Notes
111
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Model
3.0 MPI ECT
Category
Outboard Motor
Language
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