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CE ‑ When this mark is present in the lower right corner of the Emission Control Information
Label, on the engine, the Declaration of Conformance applies. Refer to the front page of
this Manual for further information.
OWNER RESPONSIBILITY
The owner/operator is required to have routine engine maintenance performed to maintain
emission levels within prescribed certification standards.
The owner/operator is not to modify the engine in any manner that would alter the
horsepower or allow emissions levels to exceed their predetermined factory specifications.
Star Label
Beginning January 1, 2003, one Three‑Star label will be included with each factory‑certified
Mercury MerCruiser engine.
All Mercury MerCruiser engines (500 hp and below) will have a Three‑Star Ultra Low
Emission rating. The Three‑Star label identifies that these engines meet the California Air
Resources Board's Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003 exhaust emission
standards. Engines meeting these standards have 65% lower emissions than One‑Star ‑
Low Emissions engines.
The Three‑Star label will be affixed on the left side of the hull as shown.
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