V-6 series

Mercury V-6 series User Manual

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Gasoline Engines - Alpha Models

1998, Mercury Marine 90860168985 1098

Table of Contents

Default Chapter2
- Serial Number2
- Serial Numbers2
- Table of Contents4
Welcome6
- Warranty Message6
- Read this Manual Thoroughly7
General Information8
- Lanyard Stop Switch8
Exhaust Emissions11
- Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning11
Safe Boating Suggestions14
Protecting People in the Water17
- While You Are Cruising17
- While Boat Is Stationary17
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation17
Conditions Affecting Operation18
- Weight Distribution18
- Bottom of Boat18
- Cavitation19
- Ventilation19
- Propeller Selection19
- How Elevation and Climate Affect Performance21
Important Information22
- Operation and Maintenance22
- Freezing Temperature Operation23
- Drive Unit Impact Protection23
- Drain Plug and Bilge Pump23
- Emissions Information (Europe Only)24
- Attention Required after Submersion24
- Trailering Boat24
- Launching and Boat Operation Care25
- Stolen Power Package25
- Replacement Service Parts26
- Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions27
- Multiple EFI Engine Battery Precautions28
- Diagnosing EFI Problems (if Equipped)29
- Water Separating Fuel Filter29
- 20-Hour Break-In Period30
- After Break-In Period31
- End of First Season Checkup31
- Operation33
- Instrumentation33
- Audio Warning System35
- Electrical System Overload Protection37
- Remote Controls (Panel Mounted)41
- Remote Controls (Console Mounted)43
- Remote Controls (Two Lever)45
- Power Trim47
- Starting, Shifting and Stopping54
- Operation Chart57
Specifications58
- Fuel Recommendations58
- Crankcase Oil60
Engine Specifications (4 Cyl. Models)61
Engine Specifications (V-6 Models)62
Engine Specifications (V-8 Models)63
- Engine Specifications64
Maintenance65
- Maintenance Aids65
- Maintenance Chart66
- Checking Fluid Levels73
- Fuel Pump Sight Tube Inspection 3.0L Models75
- Propeller77
- Flushing Cooling System81
- V-Belts (3.0L Model)83
- Serpentine Drive Belt (All Other Models)85
- Corrosion and Corrosion Protection87
Emissions (Europe Only)93
- Emissions Testing95
Miscellaneous Maintenance96
- Battery96
- Bottom of Boat97
- Inspection and Maintenance97
Cold Weather or Extended Storage98
- Power Package Lay up98
- Battery Winter Storage98
- Do-It-Yourself Maintenance98
- Power Package Recommissioning99
Troubleshooting100
- Poor Performance103
- Excessive Engine Temperature103
- Insufficient Engine Temperature104
- Low Engine Oil Pressure104
- Battery will Not Come up on Charge104
- Steering Wheel Turns Hard or Jerky105
Warranty Information107
- Owner Warranty Registration107
- International Owner Registration108
Warranty Policies109
- Mercruiser Limited Warranty - Gasoline Engines109
- Mercruiser International Warranty - Gasoline Engines111
Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion Failure114
- (Applicable in the United States, Canada and Australia)114
- Warranty Coverage116
- Transferable Warranty119
- Q-Guard Product Protection Plan120
- Owner Service Assistance121
  - Resolving a Problem122
  - Mercury Marine Service Offices123
Customer Service Literature124
- English Language124
- Other Languages124
- Ordering Literature127

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Brand	Mercury
Model	V-6 series
Category	Engine
Language	English

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