Mercury XR2 User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Information
Boater’s Responsibilities 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Operating Your Outboard 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Boat Horsepower Capacity 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High-Speed And High-Performance Boat Operation 5. . . . . . . . .
Outboard Remote Control 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Steering Notice 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lanyard Stop Switch 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting People In The Water 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust Emissions 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Accessories For Your Outboard 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Boating Suggestions 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recording Serial Number 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Torque Requirements 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Component Identification 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation
Installing Outboard 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Propeller Selection 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transporting
Trailering Boat/Outboard 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel & Oil
Gasoline Recommendations 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Recommendation 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gasoline/Oil Mixture 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling Fuel Tank 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Features & Controls
Remote Control Features 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning System 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Trim And Tilt 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Mercury XR2 Specifications

General

MODEL	XR2
Horsepower	180 (134kw)
Propshaft Kilowatts1	194
Full Throttle RPM Range	6000-7000
Idle RPM in Forward Gear	650-750
Maximum Timing	25° BTDC
Idle Speed Pickup Timing	2° ATDC
Gear Ratio	1.87:1
Piston Displacement	122 cu. in. (2.0L/1998cc)
Bore	3.125 in. (79.5 mm)
Stroke	2.65 in. (67 mm)
Firing Order	1-2-3-4-5-6
Recommended Spark Plug	NGK-BUHW (P/N 33-97180)
Fuel Pressure	5 - 6 psi
Recommended Gasoline	Refer to Fuel Section
Recommended Oil	Refer to Fuel Section
Recommended Gear Case Oil	Quicksilver Hi-Performance Gear Lube (92-816026A4)
Gear Case Lubricant Ca- pacity	22.5 fl. oz. (666 ml)
Charging System Output	16 amps @ 7000 RPM
Battery Rating	Minimum reserve capacity rating of 100 minutes and CCA of 350
Water Pres. @ WOT	15 PSI (103.4 kPa)

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	350 lbs. (159 kg)
Transom Height	Short Shaft = 15” (381mm) Long Shaft = 20” (508mm)