Engine - Calabria Boats

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Engine - Calabria Boats
Engine
Engine
Section 3A - Engine
Table of Contents
General Information.........................................3A-2
Engine Rotation........................................3A-2
Engine Lifting Provisions..........................3A-3
Engine Oil Dipstick Relocation..................3A-3
Engine Compartment Construction..................3A-4
Engine Compartment Ventilation..............3A-4
Engine Compartment Seams....................3A-4
Clearance.................................................3A-4
Engine Bed Requirements........................3A-4
Serviceability.............................................3A-5
Engine Alignment....................................3A-19
Draining the Seawater System......................3A-22
Drain System Identification.....................3A-22
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Air Actuated Single Point Drain System
................................................................3A-24
Manual Single‑Point Drain System (Alpha)
................................................................3A-28
Three‑Point Manual Drain System..........3A-30
Draining the Sterndrive...........................3A-32
Draining the Seawater System (Scorpion Models)
.......................................................................3A-33
Draining the Seawater System...............3A-33
Drain System Identification.....................3A-33
Air Actuated Single Point Drain System
................................................................3A-35
Multi‑Point Drain (MPD) System.............3A-38
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Lubricant, Sealant, Adhesives
Tube Ref No.
9
Description
Loctite 567 PST Pipe Sealant
Where Used
Part No.
Fuel inlet fitting
92-809822
Special Tools
Alignment hook
91‑863375A 1
Assists during engine alignment.
9190
General Information
Engine Rotation
Engine rotation is described when observed from the rear of the engine (transmission end)
looking forward (water pump end). All Mercury MerCruiser engines are left hand (LH)
rotation. Propeller rotation is not necessarily the same as engine rotation; See Section 2
—Transmission and Drive Line.
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Engine Lifting Provisions
Engines are equipped with a lifting eye at the front and the rear. Use a suitable sling with
the proper weight rating when lifting the engine.
b
b
a
33415
Typical engine
a - Center lifting eye (engine alignment only)
b - Lifting eye
NOTE: 8.1 H.O. and Horizon 8.1 engines require alignment hook (91‑863375‑1).
Alignment hook
91‑863375A 1
Engine Oil Dipstick Relocation
Some models are equipped with an oil dipstick in the port and starboard dipstick tubes. If
only one dipstick is present and the engine is equipped with two dipstick tubes, you may
relocate the oil dipstick.
a
b
9366
Model shown is equipped with two oil dipsticks
a - Dipstick option 1
b - Dipstick option 2
1. To relocate the oil dipstick:
a. Remove the rubber cap from the dipstick tube.
b. Remove the oil dipstick and insert it into the opposite dipstick tube.
c. Place the rubber cap over the dipstick tube that is not being used.
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Engine Compartment Construction
! WARNING
Improper boat design and construction may result in serious injury or death. Adhere to
all applicable marine regulations (United States Coast Guard [USCG], European Union–
Recreational Craft Directive [EU‑RCD], etc.) and the standards they reference (American
Boat and Yacht Council [ABYC], Society of Automotive Engineers [SAE], International
Standards Organization [ISO], etc.) when designing and constructing the boat and other
components, such as the engine compartment, fuel delivery system, or exhaust system.
Engine Compartment Ventilation
See Section 4—Air Intake System.
Engine Compartment Seams
NOTICE
Water that runs onto the air intake may enter the engine and cause serious internal engine
damage. Design engine compartments so water cannot run onto the air intake or flame
arrestor.
Exercise care in the design and construction of the engine compartment. Seams must be
located so that rain water is directed away from the air intake system and electrical system.
Clearance
IMPORTANT: The engine compartment must provide a minimum of 13 mm (½ in.)
clearance between the boat and any component on the engine (i.e. exhaust manifold,
elbow, oil pan, transmission case, etc.). This allows for engine mount deflection during
operation.
Engine Bed Requirements
The engine bed (i.e. stringers) must be designed to support the G‑forces imposed by the
engine during the most severe duty. The bed must also handle the torque produced by the
engine and the thrust generated by the propeller. Deflection of the engine bed could stress
the engine components, causing possible engine misalignment and transmission failure.
The proper design of the engine bed varies considerably from one boat design to the next.
Therefore, Mercury MerCruiser makes no attempt to provide detailed engine bed design
requirements to cover all possible applications. The proper design of the engine bed is left
to the boat manufacturer. The following general guidelines are provided:
• The engine bed must be firmly affixed to the boat and should be made as large as
possible to distribute the load evenly. Reinforcements should be used where
necessary. Mount pad locations should be as large as possible.
• The engine mounts are designed for the industry standard 572 mm (22½ in.) stringer
widths (center to center), but can accommodate widths up to 610 mm (24 in.).
• The engine bed must position the engine so that a minimum 6 mm (¼ in.) of up and
down adjustment exists on all four mounts after performing the final engine alignment.
This is necessary to allow for realignment in the future. Engine mount isolators will
compress slightly over time.
• The front and rear mount locations on the engine bed should be in parallel planes. This
can be checked by tying a string from the left front mount location to the right rear mount
location and another string from the right front to the left rear. The strings should just
touch were they cross.
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•
The engine mounts must rest squarely on the engine bed so that the rubber isolator is
not preloaded in one direction or the other. Preloading the engine mount will cause
increased vibration.
14921
14922
Typical front mount
Typical rear mount
• The metal ring must not contact the mount base on the front mount.
a
b
15889
Typical front mount
a - Metal ring
•
b - Mount base
Engine mounts have provisions for 10 mm (3/8 in.) fasteners for securing mounts to
the engine bed. Fasteners should be selected as appropriate for the type of engine bed
material being used. The slot in front engine mounts should face forward. Do not install
fasteners at an angle.
Serviceability
All engines require maintenance, and some require service repair within the life of the
product. Consider serviceability when designing the engine compartment.
In addition to customer and dealer satisfaction, consider the implications of serviceability
with respect to our warranty policy. The Mercury MerCruiser warranty policy states, in part,
that reasonable access must be provided to the product for warranty service. Refer to the
warranty policy in the appropriate Operation, Maintenance, and Warranty Manuals. It states
that removal or replacement of the boat partitions or material because of boat design for
necessary access to the product is not covered. Consider serviceability when designing
the boat and engine compartment to avoid these types of issues.
Consider all engines options used in a boat when designing the engine compartment. The
engine size differences between some of the models as well as differences in service point
locations may have a major effect on serviceability.
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The following is a list of the major service points to consider when designing the engine
compartment. Typical illustrations are shown to assist you in identifying these locations.
These are typical views and may not accurately represent the model that you are working
with. The specific engines, along with their installation drawings and the appropriate
Operation, Maintenance, and Warranty Manual, should be used when doing the actual
design work.
MAJOR SERVICE POINTS LIST
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•
Oil filter
•
Engine oil dipstick
•
Thermostat housing
•
Crankcase oil fill cap
•
Shift and throttle linkages
•
Water separating fuel filter
•
Seawater pump
•
Transmission fluid dipstick
•
Drive belt
•
Transmission/propeller shaft
coupler
•
Water drains
•
Flush connector (if equipped)
•
Engine mounts
•
Heat exchanger pressure cap and end caps (if equipped)
•
Ignition components
•
Closed cooling recovery bottle (if equipped)
•
Electrical components bracket
•
Sea strainer (if equipped)
•
Flame arrestor
•
Battery
•
Starter
•
Transmission
•
Circulating pump
•
Fuel system
•
Alternator
•
Fuel coolers (if equipped)
•
Exhaust manifolds/elbows
•
Oil coolers
•
Oxygen sensors (if equipped)
•
Cylinder heads
•
Exhaust catalysts (if equipped)
•
Complete engine removal
•
Ait intake system
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ENGINE VIEW FOR PRODUCTS WITHOUT EMISSIONS CONTROL
g
h
f
d
i
e
c
j
b
k
a
b
24889
Typical 8.1 H.O. or Horizon 8.1 inboard side view
a - Transmission output flange
g - Dipstick
b - Engine mounts (4)
h - Engine cover
c - Transmission dipstick
i - Exhaust manifold and elbow (2)
d - Starter (inboard style)
j - Gen III Cool Fuel Module (Inboard
models)
e - Transmission fluid cooler
k - Seawater pump
f - Ignition components
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e
d
f
c
g
b
h
a
i
14926
Typical 8.1 H.O. or Horizon 8.1 inboard front view
a - Drive belt
f - Electrical bracket
b - Heat exchanger
g - Thermostat housing
c - Coolant reservoir
h - Alternator
d - Pressure cap
i - Circulating pump
e - Flame arrestor
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ENGINE VIEW FOR PRODUCTS WITH EMISSIONS CONTROL
h
g
i
f
e
d
c
j
b
a
k
l
b
34669
Typical 8.1 H.O. or Horizon 8.1 inboard side view with emissions control
a - Transmission output flange
g - Dipstick
b - Engine mounts (4)
h - Exhaust manifold and elbow
c - Transmission dipstick
i - Engine cover
d - Starter (inboard style)
j - Gen III Cool Fuel Module (inboard
models)
e - Transmission fluid cooler
k
Seawater pump
f - Ignition components
l - Oxygen sensor cover plate
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d
e
f
c
g
b
h
a
i
34666
Typical 8.1 H.O. or Horizon 8.1 inboard front view with emissions control
a - Drive belt
f - Electrical bracket
b - Heat exchanger
g - Thermostat housing
c - Coolant reservoir
h - Alternator
d - Pressure cap
i - Circulating pump
e - Flame arrestor
OIL FILTERS
a
14333
Typical tow sports engine oil filter
a - Engine‑mounted oil filter
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b
a
14928
Typical inboard engine oil filter
a - Engine oil fill cap
b - Remote oil filter
FUEL CONNECTIONS
IMPORTANT: Be sure to remove the brass plug in the fuel inlet fitting.
a
a
14851
Models with boost pump
a - Fuel inlet fitting
Models without boost pump
a
8269
Gen III Cool Fuel Module (Inboard models)
a - Fuel inlet fitting
Tube Ref No.
9
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Description
Loctite 567 PST Pipe Sealant
Where Used
Part No.
Fuel inlet fitting
92-809822
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ELECTRICAL
14957
Typical electrical components bracket
THROTTLE
a
b
c
7926
Typical throttle cable and linkages
a - Flat washer and locknut
b - Cable barrel
c - Flat washer and locknut
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a
c
b
11527
Typical quick connect throttle cable
a - Jam nut
b - Cable barrel
c - Throttle body bracket
SHIFT
b
c
a
11531
Typical quick connect shift cable
a - Jam nut
b - Cable barrel
c - Bracket
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a
7670
Typical transmission
a - Shift cable
e
g
b
f
a
c
d
7657
abcd-
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Typical dual station transmission
Cable end guide
e - Spacer
Cable barrel
f - Cable end guide stud
Cable barrel stud
g - Elastic stop nut and washer
Elastic stop nut and washer
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NOTE: Shift cables are not used on DTS transmissions
20418
ZF Marine (Hurth) transmission with electric shift— DTS models
FLUSH
a
6090
Typical flush connector
a - Flush connector
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COOLANT
a
b
c
d
8295
Typical heat exchanger for models with closed cooling
a - Heat exchanger
c - Fastener
b - Gasket
d - End cap
b
b
a
c d
7804
Coolant recovery bottle modles with closed cooling engines except 8.1 H.O. and Horizon 8.1)
a - Coolant recovery bottle
c - Hose
b - Mounting holes
d - Hose clamp
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SEA STRAINER
7533
STARTER
c
b
a
7766
a - Rubber boot
b - Starter solenoid
c - 90‑amp fuse
THERMOSTAT
a
8219
a - Housing
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FUEL AND AIR INDUCTION
14339
FUEL SYSTEMS
b
a
14931
a - Water‑separating fuel filter cover (MPI tow sports models only)
b - Water‑separating fuel filter
a
14340
Gen II fuel module
a - Fuel cooler
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d
c
e
b
h
f
g
a
8837
abcd-
Gen III Cool Fuel module
Cool Fuel Module
Cool Fuel Module harness
Filter cap
Filter assembly retaining screw
efgh-
Fuel filter element
Filter cup
Cool Fuel Module filter reservoir
Filter cup seal
CYLINDER HEADS
12728
6338
Engine Alignment
Proper alignment between the transmission, and the propeller shaft is essential to minimize
noise, vibration, and power loss and to avoid overstressing the transmission and drive line
components. Perform a preliminary alignment at engine installation. The final alignment
must be done after the boat is in the water to compensate for any deflection in the hull. On
applications with a rigid propeller shaft coupler, dsconnect the coupler from the
transmission for shipment. Check the alignment with the boat in the water. The requirement
for checking the alignment should be clearly communicated to your dealers, along with an
understanding as to who is financially responsible.
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The complete alignment procedure is outlined in the installation manuals. Important
elements of this process include:
• Align the engine to position the pilot on the propeller shaft coupler into the recess in
the transmission output flange so that the mating surfaces of the flange and the coupler
are parallel within 0.07 mm (0.003 in.).
7534
•
Check alignment by holding the flange and the coupler together and checking at 90°
intervals with a feeler gauge. The coupler should be rotated 180° and alignment
rechecked to ensure that the coupler and flange are in alignment.
a
b
c
7535
a - Propeller shaft coupler
b - Feeler gauge
c - Transmission output flange
Specification
Transmission output flange to propeller shaft coupler alignment
tolerance
•
•
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mm
in.
0.0–0.07
0.0–0.003
The slot on the front mounts should face forward.
The adjusting nuts on the port and starboard mounts should be adjusted evenly.
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A minimum of 6 mm (.25 in.) of up and down adjustment must exist on all four engine
mounts after final alignment to allow for realignment in the future.
a
c
d
b
7536
a - 6 mm (.25 in.) minimum
adjustment required for future
alignment
b - Adjusting nut
•
c - Locknut
d - Slot
Trunnions must not extend more than 45 mm (1.75 in.) and no less than 10 mm
(.375 in.).
a
c
b
d
7537
a - Trunnion extension 45 mm
(1.75 in.). 10 mm (.375 in.) is
nominal
b - Trunnion clamping screws and
nuts
•
c - Locknut
d - Tab washer
Tighten mount locknuts securely. Bend the tab washer tab (that is closest to the
adjacent flat on the locknut) against the flat to prevent it from loosening.
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•
Tighten the trunnion clamping screws and nuts to specification.
b
c
a
7538
a - Coupler bolts and nuts (4)
b - Set screws
c - Safety wire
•
Tighten coupling bolts to specification. Secure set screws, if equipped, with safety wire
Description
Nm
lb. in.
lb. ft.
Locknuts
68
—
50
Coupler bolts
68
—
50
Draining the Seawater System
! CAUTION
Water can enter the bilge when the drain system is open, damaging the engine or causing
the boat to sink. Remove the boat from the water or close the seacock, disconnect and
plug the seawater inlet hose, and ensure the bilge pump is operational before draining.
Do not operate the engine with the drain system open.
IMPORTANT: Only drain the seawater section of the closed‑cooling system.
IMPORTANT: The boat must be as level as possible to ensure complete draining of the
cooling system.
Your power package is equipped with a drain system. Refer to Drain System
Identification to determine which instructions apply to your power package.
IMPORTANT: The engine must not be operating at any point during the draining procedure.
IMPORTANT: Mercury MerCruiser requires that propylene glycol antifreeze, mixed to the
manufacturer's instructions, be used in the seawater section of the cooling system for
freezing temperatures or extended storage. Make sure that the propylene glycol antifreeze
contains a rust inhibitor and is recommended for use in marine engines. Be certain to follow
the propylene glycol manufacturer's recommendations.
Drain System Identification
NOTE: All drain plugs are fitted with blue wing nuts.
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AIR ACTUATED SINGLE POINT DRAIN SYSTEM
c
b
a
c
a
d
d
33144
Closed‑cooled models
a - Blue drain plug location
b - Blue air pump
33150
Seawater-cooled models
c - Air manifold
d - Green indicators
MANUAL SINGLE POINT DRAIN SYSTEM (ALPHA)
b
a
b
6128
a - Blue handle
b - Blue drain plug location
THREE POINT MANUAL DRAIN SYSTEM
a
a
6126
a - Blue drain plug
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MULTI-POINT DRAIN (MPD) SYSTEM
b
b
a
M110050
93235672
10226
a
6129
a - Side of cylinder block
b - Bottom of exhaust manifolds
33155
Fuel cooler to thermostat housing
a
6131
a - Check valve (if equipped)
Air Actuated Single Point Drain System
BOAT IN THE WATER
NOTE: This procedure is written for the air pump that is attached to the engine. However,
any air source can be used.
1. Close the seacock (if equipped) or remove and plug the water inlet hose.
2. Remove the air pump from the engine.
3. Ensure that the lever on top of the pump is flush with the handle (horizontal).
4. Install the air pump on the actuator fitting.
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5. Pull lever on air pump (vertical) to lock pump on the fitting.
c
e
a
d
8293
b
a - Actuator fitting
b - Green indicators
c - Manual release valve
d - Blue air pump
e - Lever (locking)
6. Pump air into the system until both green indicators extend and water drains from both
sides of the engine. The port side will begin draining before the starboard side.
7. Immediately remove the blue drain plug from the side of the thermostat housing or the
heat exchanger. This must be removed within 30 seconds to properly vent the cooling
system.
b
c
a
c
a
d
d
33144
Closed Cooled Models
a - Blue drain plug location
b - Blue air pump
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Seawater Cooled Models
c - Air manifold
d - Green indicators
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8. Verify that water is draining from each opening. If not, use the Three Point Manual
Drain System instructions.
a
b
a - Port side drain location
6133
b - Starboard side drain location
9. Allow the system to drain for a minimum of five minutes. Pump air as necessary to keep
the green indicators extended.
10. Crank the engine over slightly with the starter motor to purge any water trapped in the
seawater pump. Do not allow engine to start.
11. Reinstall the blue drain plug in the thermostat housing or heat exchanger.
12. Remove the air pump from the air manifold and return it to the mounting bracket.
13. Mercury MerCruiser recommends leaving the drain system open while transporting the
boat or while performing other maintenance. This helps ensure that all water is drained.
14. Before launching the boat, pull up on the manual release valve. Verify that the green
indicators are no longer extended.
a
6135
a - Green indicators
15. Open the seacock, if equipped, or unplug and reconnect the water inlet hose prior to
operating the engine.
BOAT OUT OF THE WATER
NOTE: This procedure is written for the air pump that is attached to the engine. However,
any air source can be used.
1. Place the boat on a lever surface to ensure complete draining of system.
2. Remove the air pump from the engine.
3. Ensure that the lever on top of the pump is flush with the handle (horizontal).
4. Install the air pump on the actuator fitting.
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5. Pull lever on air pump (vertical) to lock pump on the fitting.
c
e
a
d
8293
b
a - Actuator fitting
b - Green indicators
c - Manual release valve
d - Blue air pump
e - Lever (locking)
6. Pump air into the system until both green indicators extend and water drains from both
sides of the engine. The port side will begin draining before the starboard side.
b
c
a
c
a
d
d
33144
Closed Cooled Models
a - Blue drain plug location
b - Blue air pump
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Seawater Cooled Models
c - Air manifold
d - Green indicators
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7. Verify that water is draining from each opening. If not, use the Three Point Manual
Drain System instructions.
a
b
a - Port side drain location
6133
b - Starboard side drain location
8. Allow the system to drain for a minimum of five minutes. Pump air as necessary to keep
the green indicators extended.
9. Crank the engine over slightly with starter motor to purge any water trapped in the
seawater pump. Do not allow engine to start.
10. Remove the air pump from the air manifold and return it to the mounting bracket.
11. Mercury MerCruiser recommends leaving the drain system open while transporting the
boat or while performing other maintenance. This helps ensure that all water is drained.
12. Before launching the boat, pull up on the manual release valve. Verify that the green
indicators are no longer extended.
a
6135
a - Green indicators
Manual Single‑Point Drain System (Alpha)
BOAT IN THE WATER
1. Close the seacock (if equipped) or remove and plug the water inlet hose.
2. Rotate the blue handle counterclockwise until it stops (approximately two turns). The
red on the handle shaft indicates that the drain system is open. Do not force the handle
as this will create new threads.
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3. Immediately remove the blue drain plug from the side of the thermostat housing. This
must be removed within 30 seconds to properly vent the cooling system.
b
a
6136
a - Blue handle
b - Blue drain plug location
4. Visually verify that water is draining. If water does not drain, remove the blue drain plug
from the distribution housing and drain manually.
a
b
33152
a - Blue drain plug
b - Drain location ‑ orange or red
5. Allow the system to drain for a minimum of five minutes. We recommend leaving the
drain system open while transporting the boat or performing other maintenance.
6. Reinstall the blue drain plug in the thermostat housing.
7. Close the drain system by rotating the blue handle clockwise until it stops and install
the blue drain plug, if removed. The handle is fully seated when no red is visible. Do
not overtighten the handle, as this action will create new threads.
8. Open the seacock (if equipped) or unplug and reconnect the water inlet hose before
operating the engine.
BOAT OUT OF THE WATER
1. Place the boat on a level surface to ensure complete draining of system.
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2. Rotate the blue handle counterclockwise until it stops (approximately two turns). The
red on the handle shaft indicates that the drain system is open. Do not overtighten the
handle, as this action will create new threads.
a
6141
a - Blue handle
3. Visually verify that water is draining. If water does not drain, remove the blue drain plug
from the distribution housing and drain manually.
a
b
33152
a - Blue drain plug
b - Drain location ‑ orange or red
4. Allow the system to drain for a minimum of five minutes. We recommend leaving the
plugs out while transporting the boat or performing other maintenance to ensure that
all water is drained.
5. Close the drain system by rotating the blue handle clockwise until it stops or installing
the blue drain plug. The handle is fully seated when no red is visible. Do not overtighten
handle, as this action will create new threads.
Three‑Point Manual Drain System
BOAT IN THE WATER
NOTE: Use this procedure if your engine is not equipped with an air‑actuated single‑point
drain system or if the air‑actuated single point drain system fails.
1. Close the seacock (if equipped) or remove and plug the water inlet hose.
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2. Remove the blue drain plug from the distribution housing (lower front, port side).
a
6138
a - Blue drain plug
3. To properly vent the cooling system, remove the blue drain plug from the side of the
thermostat housing within 30 seconds.
a
6139
a - Blue drain plug location
4. Remove the two blue drain plugs from the seawater pickup pump (front, starboard side).
a
6140
a - Blue drain plugs
5. Verify that water is draining from each opening.
6. Allow the system to drain for a minimum of five minutes. We recommend leaving the
drain system open while transporting the boat or performing other maintenance to
ensure that all water is drained.
7. Crank the engine over slightly with starter motor to purge any water trapped in the
seawater pickup pump. Do not allow the engine to start.
8. Before launching the boat or starting the engine, close the drain system by installing
the four blue drain plugs.
9. Open the seacock, if equipped, or unplug and reconnect the water inlet hose prior to
operating the engine.
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BOAT OUT OF THE WATER
NOTE: Use this procedure if your engine is not equipped with an air‑actuated single‑point
drain system or if the single‑point drain system fails.
1. Place the boat on a level surface to ensure complete draining of the system.
2. Remove three blue drain plugs: one from the distribution housing (lower front, port side)
and two from the seawater pickup pump (front, starboard side).
a
a
6142
a - Blue drain plug
3. Verify that water is draining from each opening.
4. Allow the system to drain for a minimum of five minutes. We recommend leaving the
drain system open while transporting the boat or performing other maintenance to
ensure that all water is drained.
5. Crank the engine over slightly with starter motor to purge any water trapped in the
seawater pickup pump. Do not allow the engine to start.
6. Before launching the boat or starting the engine, close the drain system by installing
the three blue drain plugs.
Draining the Sterndrive
NOTE: This procedure is needed only for salty, brackish, mineral laden, or polluted water
applications; and for freezing temperatures or extended storage.
1. Insert a small wire repeatedly to make sure that vent holes, water drain holes, and
passages are unobstructed and open.
e
b
d
f
a
c
6146
Sterndrive Water Drain Holes
a - Speedometer pitot tube
db - Trim tab cavity vent hole
ec - Trim tab cavity drain passage
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Gear housing water drain hole (1
each ‑ port and starboard)
Gear housing cavity vent hole
Gear housing cavity drain hole
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NOTICE
The universal joint bellows may develop a set when stored in a raised or up position,
causing the bellows to fail when returned to service and allowing water to enter the boat.
Store the sterndrive in the full down position.
2. Lower the sterndrive unit to the full down/in position.
3. For additional assurance against freezing and rust, after draining, fill the cooling system
with propylene glycol mixed to the manufacturer's recommendation to protect engine
to the lowest temperature to which it will be exposed during freezing temperatures or
extended storage
IMPORTANT: Mercury MerCruiser requires that propylene glycol antifreeze, mixed to the
manufacturers instructions, be used in the seawater section of the cooling system for
freezing temperatures or extended storage. Make sure that the propylene glycol antifreeze
contains a rust inhibitor and is recommended for use in marine engines. Be certain to follow
the propylene glycol manufacturer's recommendations.
Draining the Seawater System (Scorpion Models)
Draining the Seawater System
! CAUTION
Water can enter the bilge when the drain system is open, damaging the engine or causing
the boat to sink. Remove the boat from the water or close the seacock, disconnect and
plug the seawater inlet hose, and ensure the bilge pump is operational before draining.
Do not operate the engine with the drain system open.
IMPORTANT: Only drain the seawater section of the closed‑cooling system.
IMPORTANT: The boat must be as level as possible to ensure complete draining of the
cooling system.
Your power package is equipped with a drain system. Refer to Drain System
Identification to determine which instructions apply to your power package.
IMPORTANT: The engine must not be operating at any point during the draining procedure.
IMPORTANT: Mercury MerCruiser requires that propylene glycol antifreeze, mixed to the
manufacturer's instructions, be used in the seawater section of the cooling system for
freezing temperatures or extended storage. Make sure that the propylene glycol antifreeze
contains a rust inhibitor and is recommended for use in marine engines. Be certain to follow
the propylene glycol manufacturer's recommendations.
Drain System Identification
NOTE: All drain plugs are fitted with blue wing nuts.
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AIR ACTUATED SINGLE POINT DRAIN SYSTEM
a
b
c
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a - Air manifold
b - Green indicators
c - Blue drain plug locations
MULTI-POINT DRAIN (MPD) SYSTEM
b
b
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a - Side of cylinder block
b - Bottom of exhaust manifolds
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a - Check valve (if equipped)
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Air Actuated Single Point Drain System
BOAT IN THE WATER
NOTE: This procedure is written for the air pump that is attached to the engine. However,
any air source can be used.
1. Close the seacock (if equipped) or remove and plug the water inlet hose.
2. Remove the air pump from the engine.
3. Ensure that the lever on top of the pump is flush with the handle (horizontal).
4. Install the air pump on the actuator fitting.
5. Pull lever on air pump (vertical) to lock pump on the fitting.
c
e
a
d
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b
a - Actuator fitting
b - Green indicators
c - Manual release valve
d - Air pump
e - Lever (locking)
6. Pump air into the system until both green indicators extend and water drains from both
sides of the engine. The port side will begin draining before the starboard side.
7. Immediately remove the blue drain plug from the side of the thermostat housing or the
heat exchanger. This must be removed within 30 seconds to properly vent the cooling
system.
a
b
c
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a - Air manifold
b - Green indicators
c - Blue drain plug locations
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8. Verify that water is draining from each opening. If not, use the Three Point Manual
Drain System instructions.
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b
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a - Port side drain location
b - Starboard side drain location
9. Allow the system to drain for a minimum of five minutes. Pump air as necessary to keep
the green indicators extended.
10. Crank the engine over slightly with the starter motor to purge any water trapped in the
seawater pump. Do not allow engine to start.
11. Reinstall the blue drain plug in the thermostat housing or heat exchanger.
12. Remove the air pump from the air manifold and return it to the mounting bracket.
13. Mercury MerCruiser recommends leaving the drain system open while transporting the
boat or while performing other maintenance. This helps ensure that all water is drained.
14. Before launching the boat, pull up on the manual release valve. Verify that the green
indicators are no longer extended.
a
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a - Green indicators
15. Open the seacock, if equipped, or unplug and reconnect the water inlet hose prior to
operating the engine.
BOAT OUT OF THE WATER
NOTE: This procedure is written for the air pump that is attached to the engine. However,
any air source can be used.
1. Place the boat on a lever surface to ensure complete draining of system.
2. Remove the air pump from the engine.
3. Ensure that the lever on top of the pump is flush with the handle (horizontal).
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4. Install the air pump on the actuator fitting.
5. Pull lever on air pump (vertical) to lock pump on the fitting.
c
e
a
d
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b
a - Actuator fitting
b - Green indicators
c - Manual release valve
d - Air pump
e - Lever (locking)
6. Pump air into the system until both green indicators extend and water drains from both
sides of the engine. The port side will begin draining before the starboard side.
7. Immediately remove the blue drain plug from the side of the thermostat housing or the
heat exchanger. This must be removed within 30 seconds to properly vent the cooling
system.
a
b
c
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a - Air manifold
b - Green indicators
c - Blue drain plug locations
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8. Verify that water is draining from each opening. If not, use the Three Point Manual
Drain System instructions.
a
b
6133
a - Port side drain location
b - Starboard side drain location
9. Allow the system to drain for a minimum of five minutes. Pump air as necessary to keep
the green indicators extended.
10. Crank the engine over slightly with starter motor to purge any water trapped in the
seawater pump. Do not allow engine to start.
11. Remove the air pump from the air manifold and return it to the mounting bracket.
12. Mercury MerCruiser recommends leaving the drain system open while transporting the
boat or while performing other maintenance. This helps ensure that all water is drained.
13. Before launching the boat, pull up on the manual release valve. Verify that the green
indicators are no longer extended.
a
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a - Green indicators
Multi‑Point Drain (MPD) System
BOAT OUT OF THE WATER
1. Place the boat on a level surface to ensure complete draining of the system.
2. Remove the blue drain plugs from the following locations. If necessary, clean out the
drain holes using a stiff piece of wire. Do so until the entire system is drained.
a. Port and starboard side of cylinder block
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b.
Bottom of exhaust manifolds
b
b
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a - Cylinder block drain plug
b - Exhaust manifold drain plug
c.
Check valve
a
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a - Drain plug (if equipped)
3. On models with a seawater pickup pump, remove the two blue drain plugs. If the
seawater pickup pump does not have blue drain plugs, or you are unable to access
them, loosen the clamps and remove both hoses.
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b
a - Hose clamps
b - Blue drain plugs
4. Crank the engine over slightly with the starter motor to purge any water trapped in the
seawater pickup pump. Do not allow the engine to start.
5. After the cooling system has been drained completely, install the drain plugs, reconnect
the hoses, and tighten all hose clamps securely.
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BOAT IN THE WATER
1. Close the seacock (if equipped) or remove and plug the water inlet hose.
2. Remove the blue drain plugs from the following locations. If necessary, clean out the
drain holes using a stiff piece of wire. Do so until the entire system is drained.
a. Port and starboard side of cylinder block
b. Bottom of exhaust manifolds
b
b
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a - Cylinder block drain plug
c.
b - Exhaust manifold drain plug
Water‑circulating pump hose
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a - Drain plug
d.
Check valve
a
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a - Drain plug (if equipped)
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3. On models with a seawater pickup pump, remove the two blue drain plugs. If the
seawater pickup pump does not have blue drain plugs, or you are unable to access
them, loosen the clamps and remove both hoses.
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b
a - Hose clamps
b - Blue drain plugs
4. Crank the engine over slightly with the starter motor to purge any water trapped in the
seawater pickup pump. Do not allow the engine to start.
5. Before launching the boat or starting the engine, close the drain system by installing
the blue drain plugs.
6. Open the seacock, if equipped, or unplug and reconnect the water inlet hose before
operating the engine.
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Notes:
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