Mercury TDI 3.0L Operation And Maintenance Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
Engine Component List.............................................................. 2
3.0 Liter TDI Front View Components................................ 2
3.0 Liter TDI Starboard View Components......................... 2
3.0 Liter TDI Port View Components.................................. 3
Features and Controls............................................................... 3
TDI 3.0 Liter Engine Features............................................. 3
Lanyard Stop Switch........................................................... 3
Keep the Lanyard Stop Switch and Lanyard Cord in
Good Operating Condition.............................................. 4
Instrumentation................................................................... 5
VesselView..................................................................... 5
SmartCraft Digital Instruments....................................... 5
System Link Digital Instruments..................................... 5
SmartCraft System—Power Shut Down............................. 6
Warning Horn Signals......................................................... 6
Engine Guardian System.................................................... 7
Controls...................................................................................... 7
Switches............................................................................. 7
Emergency Stop Switch...................................................... 8
Remote Control................................................................... 8
Remote Control Function................................................8
Digital Throttle and Shift..................................................... 9
Electrical System Overload Protection....................................... 9
Fuses....................................................................................9
Vessel Adapter Assembly (VAA) Fuse Replacement........ 10
Identification............................................................................. 11
Engine Data Label Location.............................................. 11
ZF Marine Transmissions................................................. 11
Emissions Information.............................................................. 12
Exhaust Gas Emissions Certificate (Europe Only)............. 12
Owner Responsibility..........................................................12
Section 2 - On The Water
Safe Boating Recommendations............................................. 14
Carbon Monoxide Exposure.................................................... 15
Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning........................... 15
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas.............................................. 15
Good Ventilation ................................................................ 15
Poor Ventilation ................................................................. 16
Basic Boat Operation............................................................... 16
Duty Cycle Rating...............................................................16
Pleasure Duty Rating....................................................16
TDI Operation Chart................................................................. 18
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump...................................................... 18
Starting, Shifting, and Stopping............................................... 18
Before Starting the Engine................................................ 19
Starting a Cold Engine (Inboard)...................................... 19
Engine Warm‑Up.............................................................. 19
Starting a Warm Engine ................................................... 20
Shifting.............................................................................. 20
Engine Shut Down (Stopping).......................................... 20
Starting the Engine After Stopped While in Gear............. 20
Freezing Temperature and Cold Weather Operation............... 20
Protecting People In The Water............................................... 21
Protecting People in the Water......................................... 21
While You Are Cruising................................................ 21
While Boat Is Stationary............................................... 21
High Speed and High Performance.................................. 21
Passenger Safety In Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats...... 21
Boats Having An Open Front Deck.............................. 21
Boats With Front‑Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing
Seats............................................................................ 22
Wave and Wake Jumping........................................................ 22
Impact With Underwater Hazards............................................ 23
Conditions Affecting Operation................................................ 23
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the
Boat.................................................................................. 23
Bottom of Boat.................................................................. 23
Elevation and Climate....................................................... 24
Propeller Selection............................................................ 24
Break‑In................................................................................... 24
Initial Break‑In Procedure................................................. 24
Engine Break‑In................................................................ 24
20‑Hour Break‑In Period...............................................24
After the 20‑Hour Break‑In Period................................ 25
End of First Season Checkup........................................... 25
Section 3 - Specifications
Fuel Requirements................................................................... 28
Nonferrous Metals and the Fuel System............................ 28
Diesel Fuel in Cold Weather.................................................... 28
Antifreeze/Coolant................................................................... 28
Engine Oil ............................................................................... 29
Engine Specifications............................................................... 29
Fluid Specifications.................................................................. 30
Engine Fluid Capacity....................................................... 30
Transmission.................................................................... 30
Approved Paints....................................................................... 30
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Mercury TDI 3.0L Specifications

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Brand	Mercury
Model	TDI 3.0L
Category	Engine
Language	English