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GENERAL INFORMATION
19
Component Identification
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a
b
c
d
g
h
i
j
k
l
n
o
p
m
e
f
a -
Auxiliary tilt switch
b -
Tilt support knob
c -
Transom brackets
d -
Primary cooling water intake
e -
Gearcase
f -
Trim tab
g -
Anti‑ventilation plate
h -
Driveshaft housing
i -
Water pump indicator hole
j -
Bottom cowl
k -
Top cowl
l -
Shift handle
m -
Engine stop switch
n -
Throttle friction adjustment knob
o -
Lanyard stop switch
p -
Steering
friction
adjustment
lever
(tiller
handle
models)
24
26
Table of Contents
Declaration of Conformity
1
Table of Contents
3
Warranty Information
7
Transfer of Warranty
7
Warranty Registration United States and Canada
7
Warranty Registration Outside the United States and Canada
7
Fourstroke Outboard Limited Warranty United States, Canada and Europe
8
Fourstroke Outboard Limited Warranty
9
Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion
11
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions
12
General Information
14
Boater's Responsibilities
14
Before Operating Your Outboard
14
Boat Horsepower Capacity
14
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation
15
Outboard Remote Control Models
15
Remote Steering Notice
15
Lanyard Stop Switch
16
Protecting People in the Water
17
Passenger Safety Message - Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
18
Wave and Wake Jumping
18
Impact with Underwater Hazards
19
Safety Instructions for Hand Tilled Outboards
20
Exhaust Emissions
20
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard
21
Safe Boating Suggestions
22
Recording Serial Number
22
40/50/60 4-Stroke Specifications - International
23
Component Identification
25
Installation
26
Installing Outboard
26
Propeller Selection
26
Transporting
28
Trailering Boat/Outboard
28
Transporting Portable Fuel Tanks
28
Fuel & Oil
30
Fuel Recommendations
30
Filling Fuel Tank
31
Engine Oil Recommendations
31
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
32
Features & Controls
34
Remote Control Features
34
Warning System
34
Power Trim and Tilt (if Equipped)
36
Power Trim Operation
37
Auxiliary Tilt Switch
38
Throttle Grip Friction Adjustment - Tiller Handle Models
39
Steering Friction Adjustment
39
Trim Tab Adjustment
40
Operation
42
Pre-Starting Check List
42
Operating in Freezing Temperatures
42
Operating in Salt Water or Polluted Water
42
Pre-Starting Instructions
42
Engine Break-In Procedure
43
Starting the Engine - Remote Control Models
43
Starting the Engine - Tiller Handle Models
45
Gear Shifting
47
Stopping the Engine
48
Emergency Starting
48
Maintenance
50
Outboard Care
50
EPA Emissions
50
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule
51
Flushing the Cooling System
51
Top Cowl Removal and Installation
52
Exterior Care
52
Battery Inspection
52
Fuel System
53
Steering Link Rod Fasteners
54
Corrosion Control Anode
55
Propeller Replacement - 87.3 MM (3 - 7/16 In.) Diameter Gearcase
55
Propeller Replacement - 108 MM (4 - 1/4 In.) Diameter Gearcase
58
Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement
61
Fuse Replacement
61
Timing Belt Inspection
62
Lubrication Points
62
Checking Power Trim Fluid
64
Changing Engine Oil
65
Gearcase Lubrication - for 87.3 MM(3-7/16 In.) Diameter Gearcase
66
Gearcase Lubrication - for 108 MM(4 - 1/4 In.) Diameter Gearcase
67
Submerged Outboard
69
Storage
70
Storage Preparation
70
Protecting External Outboard Components
70
Protecting Internal Engine Components
70
Gearcase
70
Positioning Outboard for Storage
70
Battery Storage
71
Troubleshooting
72
Starter Motor will Not Crank the Engine (Electric Start Models)
72
Engine will Not Start
72
Engine Runs Erratically
72
Performance Loss
73
Battery will Not Hold Charge
73
Owner Service Assistance
74
Local Repair Service
74
Service Away from Home
74
Parts and Accessories Inquiries
74
Service Assistance
74
Mercury Marine Service Offices
74
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Mercury 40 Specifications
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Brand
Mercury
Model
40
Category
Outboard Motor
Language
English
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