Mercury 4.3 MPI SeaCore User Manual

Section 5 - Storage
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5.0 MPI ECT—Rotate the blue handle counterclockwise until it stops (approximately two turns). The red on the
handle shaft indicates that the drain system is open. Do not force the handle as this will create new threads.
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4.3 MPI ECT and 5.0 MPI ECT—Immediately remove the blue drain plug from the side of the thermostat housing. This
must be removed within 30 seconds to properly vent the cooling system.
a - Blue handle
b - Blue drain plug location, V8 location
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Blue drain plug, V6 location
3. Visually verify that water is draining. On the 5.0 MPI ECT, if water does not drain, remove the blue drain plug from the
distribution housing and drain manually.
5.0 MPI ECT
a - Blue drain plug
b - Drain location ‑ orange or red
4. Allow the system to drain for a minimum of ten minutes. We recommend leaving the drain system open while transporting
the boat or performing other maintenance.
5. Reinstall the blue drain plug in the thermostat housing.
6. Close the drain system by rotating the blue handle clockwise until it stops or install the blue drain plug. The handle is fully
seated when no red is visible. Do not overtighten the handle, as this action will create new threads.
7. Open the seacock (if equipped) or unplug and reconnect the water inlet hose before operating the engine.
Boat Out of the Water
1. Place the boat on a level surface to ensure complete draining of the system.
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Mercury 4.3 MPI SeaCore Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	4.3 MPI SeaCore
Category	Engine
Language	English