Mercury V-6 series User Manual

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CA446
Poor Performance
Possible Cause Remedy
Throttle not fully open.
Inspect throttle cable and
linkages for proper operation.
Damaged or improper propeller. Replace propeller.
Excessive bilge water.
Drain and check for cause of
entry.
Boat overloaded or load
improperly distributed.
Reduce load or redistribute
load more evenly.
Boat bottom fouled or damaged. Clean or repair as necessary.
Flame Arrestor dirty. Clean Flame Arrestor.
EFI System fault (If So
Equipped).
Have EFI System checked.
CA447
Excessive Engine Temperature
Possible Cause Remedy
Seacock closed. Open.
Drive belt loose or in poor
condition.
Replace or adjust belt.
Seawater pickups obstructed. Remove obstruction.
Faulty thermostat. Replace.
Coolant level low in closed
cooling section (If Equipped).
Check for cause of low coolant
level and repair. Fill system
with proper coolant solution.
Heat Exchanger Cores plugged
with foreign material (If
Equipped).
Clean Heat Exchanger.
Loss of pressure in closed
cooling section (If Equipped).
Check for leaks. Clean, inspect
and test pressure cap.
Faulty seawater pickup pump. Repair.
Seawater discharge restricted
or plugged.
Clean exhaust elbows.

Mercury V-6 series Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	V-6 series
Category	Engine
Language	English