Mercury XR2 User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Operation
Pre-Starting Check List 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Operating Instructions 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Break-in Procedure 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting The Engine 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Shifting 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping The Engine 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance
Outboard Care 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Replacement Parts For Your Outboard 38. . . . . . . . . .
EPA Emissions Regulations 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection And Maintenance Schedule 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flushing The Cooling System 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Top Cowl Removal And Installation 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel System 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering Link Rod Fasteners 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Corrosion Control Anode 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Propeller Replacement 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Plug Inspection 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Inspection 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubrication Points 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Power Trim Fluid 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Case Lubrication 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Submerged Outboard 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage
Storage Preparation 55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel System 55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting Internal Engine Components 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting External Engine Components 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Case 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Storage 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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)