Mercury HP 500 EFI Bravo XR/XZ/III User manual

Warranty Message
The product you have purchased comes with a limited war-
ranty from Mercury Marine; the terms of the warranty are set
forth in the Warranty Information section of this manual. The
warranty statement contains a description of what is covered,
what is not covered, the duration of coverage, how to best
obtain warranty coverage, important disclaimers and limita-
tions of damages, and other related information. Please
review this important information.
WARNING
The operator (driver) is responsible for the correct and
safe operation of the boat, the equipment aboard and the
safety of all occupants aboard. We strongly recommend
that the operator read this Operation and Maintenance
Manual and thoroughly understand the operational in-
structions for the power package and all related acces-
sories before the boat is used.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemi-
cals known to the state of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
The description and specifications contained herein were in effect at the time
this guide was approved for printing. Mercury Marine, whose policy is one of
continuous improvement, reserves the right to discontinue models at any
time, or to change specifications or designs, without notice and without incur-
ring obligation.
Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A.
2001, Mercury Marine
The following are registered trademarks of Brunswick Corporation: Auto-
blend, Jet-Prop, Mariner, Merc, MerCathode, MerCruiser, Mercury, Mercury
Marine, Mercury Precision Parts, Mercury Racing, Quicksilver, Ride-Guide,
and Thruster.
90-840175021 601
HP 500 EFI Bravo XR/XZ/III
2001 Mercury Marine

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for your purchase of one of the finest marine power packages
available. It incorporates numerous design features to as-
sure operating ease and durability.
With proper care and maintenance, you will thoroughly enjoy
using this product for many boating seasons. To ensure maxi-
mum performance and carefree use, we ask that you thor-
oughly read this manual.
The Operation and Maintenance Manual contains specific in-
structions for using and maintaining your product. We sug-
gest that this manual remain with the product for ready refer-
ence whenever you are on the water.
Again, thank you for purchasing one of our MerCruiser prod-
ucts. We sincerely hope your boating will be pleasant!
Mercury Racing,
N7480 County Road “UU”
Fond du Lac, WI 54935-9585

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IDENTIFICATION RECORD
PLEASE RECORD THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
1Engine Model/Horsepower:
2Engine S/N:
3Transom Assembly S/N:
4Stern Drive S/N & Gear Ratio:
5Propeller Number/Pitch:
6Hull ID Number:
7Boat Model & Length:
SERIAL NUMBERS
The serial numbers are the manufacturer’s keys to numerous engineering details
which apply to your MerCruiserpower package. When contacting your Authorized
MerCruiser Dealer about service, always specify model and serial numbers.

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CB128 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page
Warranty Information
Warranty Registration 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Of Warranty 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mercury RACING DIVISION One Year Limited Warranty 8.
3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion (Worldwide) 12.
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions for Mercury Racing
Outboard and Sterndrive Products 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information
Boater’s Responsibilities 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Operating Your Boat 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Boat Horsepower Capacity 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation 18. . . . .
Lanyard Stop Switch 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailering Boat 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting People In The Water 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Carbon Monoxide Risk 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wave And Wake Jumping 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Impact With Underwater Hazards 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating In Shallow Water 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Boating Suggestions 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stolen Power Package 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications
Fuel Requirements 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Crankcase Oil 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Specifications 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tune Up Specifications 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation
Engine Break-In 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
After Break-In Period 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrumentation 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio Warning System 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical System Overload Protection 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Controls (Panel Mounted) 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Controls (Console Mounted) 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Operation (cont.)
Remote Controls (Console Mounted Zero Effort) 51. . . . . . . .
Power Trim 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting, Shifting and Stopping 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting/Operation Chart Checklist 66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Freezing Temperature Operation 66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump 67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Launching And Boat Operation Care 67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conditions Affecting Operation
Weight Distribution 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bottom Of Boat 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cavitation 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ventilation 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Propeller Selection 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conditions That Lower Engine Performance 71. . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance
Operation And Maintenance 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement Service Parts 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Charts 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Fluid Levels 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing Fluids 89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubrication 94. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Propellers 99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flushing Cooling System 107. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seawater Pump Impeller Inspection 107. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning Seawater (Raw Water) Section of Oil Cooler 109. . .
Changing Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve 109. . . . . . . . .
Drive Belt 111. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filters 112. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Corrosion and Corrosion Protection 113. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery 118. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bottom of Boat 119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection of Power Package 119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attention Required After Submersion 119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Log 120. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Cold Weather or Extended Storage
Power Package Lay-up 122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Draining Instructions 125. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Winter Storage 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Package Recommissioning 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting
Starter Motor Will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slow 129. . . .
Engine Will Not Start or Is Hard to Start 129. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Runs Rough, Misses, and/or Backfires 130. . . . . . . . . .
Poor Performance 131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Excessive Engine Temperature 131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Insufficient Engine Temperature 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low Engine Oil Pressure 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Will Not Come Up On Charge 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Doesn’t Run) 133. . . . .
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Runs But Drive Unit
Does Not Move) 133. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Excessive Free-
Play or Makes Unusual Sounds 134. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering Wheel Turns Hard or Jerky 134. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Block Water Pressure Is Below Specification 135. . . . . . . . . . .
Block Water Pressure Is Above Specification 135. . . . . . . . . . .
Water Flow Diagram
500 EFI Engine 136. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring Diagrams
Power Trim (Single Engine) 137. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Trim (Dual Engine) 138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument Wiring Harness 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Owner Service Assistance
Owner Service Assistance 140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ordering Literature
Ordering Literature 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
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Warranty Registration
UNITED STATES AND CANADA
1. It is important that your selling dealer fills out the Warranty Regis-
tration Card completely and mails it to the factory immediately
upon sale of the new product.
2. It identifies name and address of the original purchaser, product
model and serial number(s), date of sale, type of use and selling
dealer’s code, name and address. The dealer also certifies that
you are the original purchaser and user of the product.
3. Upon receipt of the Warranty Registration Card at the factory, you
will be issued a plastic Owner Warranty Registration Card which
is your only valid registration identification. It must be presented
to the servicing dealer should warranty service be required. War-
ranty claims will not be accepted without presentation of this
card.
4. A temporary Owner Warranty Registration Card will be pres-
ented to you when you purchase the product. It is valid only for
30 days from date of sale while your plastic Owner Warranty Reg-
istration Card is being processed. Should your product need ser-
vice during this period, present the temporary registration card
to the dealer. He will attach it to your warranty claim form.
5. Because of your selling dealer’s continuing personal interest in
your satisfaction, the product should be returned to him for war-
ranty service.
6. If your plastic card is not received within 30 days from date of new
product sale, please contact your selling dealer.
7. The product warranty is not effective until the product is regis-
tered at the factory.
NOTE: Registration lists must be maintained by factory and dealer
on marine products sold in the United States, should notification un-
der the Federal Boat Safety Act be required.

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Warranty Registration (cont.)
OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
1. It is important that your selling dealer fills out the Warranty Regis-
tration Card completely and mails it to the distributor or Marine
Power Service Center responsible for administering the warranty
registration/claim program for your area.
2. The Warranty Registration Card identifies your name and ad-
dress, product model and serial number(s), date of sale, type of
use and the selling distributor’s/dealer’s code number, name and
address. The distributor/dealer also certifies that you are the
original purchaser and user of the product.
3. A copy of the Warranty Registration Card, designated as the
“Purchaser’s Copy”, MUST be given to you immediately after the
card has been completely filled out by the selling distributor/deal-
er. This card represents your factory registration identification,
and should be retained by you for future use when required.
Should you ever require warranty service on this product, your
dealer may ask you for the Warranty Registration Card to verify
date of purchase and to use the information on the card to pre-
pare the warranty claim form(s).
4. In some countries, the Marine Power Service Center will issue
you a permanent (plastic) Warranty Registration Card within 30
days after receiving the “Factory Copy” of the Warranty Registra-
tion Card from your distributor/dealer. If you receive a plastic
Warranty Registration Card, you may discard the “Purchaser’s
Copy” that you received from the distributor/dealer when you pur-
chased the product. Ask your distributor/dealer if this plastic card
program applies to you.
5. For further information concerning the Warranty Registration
Card and its relationship to Warranty Claim processing, refer to
the “International Warranty”.
IMPORTANT: Registration lists must be maintained by the fac-
tory and dealer in some countries by law. It is our desire to have
ALL products registered at the factory should it ever be neces-
sary to contact you. Make sure your dealer/distributor fills out
the warranty registration card immediately and sends the facto-
ry copy to the Marine Power International Service Center for
your area.

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Transfer Of Warranty
The limited warranty is transferable to a subsequent purchaser, but
only for the remainder of the unused portion of the limited warranty.
This will not apply to products used for commercial applications.
DIRECT SALE BY OWNER
The second owner can be registered as the new owner and retain the
unused portion of the limited warranty by sending the former owner’s
plastic Owner Warranty Registration Card and a copy of the bill of
sale to show proof of ownership. In the United States and Canada,
mail to:
Mercury Marine
W6250 W. Pioneer Road
P.O. Box 1939
Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1939
Attn: Warranty Registration Department
A new Owner Warranty Registration Card will be issued with the new
owner’s name and address. Registration records will be changed on
the factory computer registration file.
There is no charge for this service.
For products purchased outside the United States and Canada, con-
tact the distributor in your country, or the Mercury Marine Service Of-
fice closest to you.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Mercury RACING DIVISION One Year Limited
Warranty
WHAT IS COVERED
Mercury Marine warrants its new products to be free of defects in ma-
terial and workmanship during the period described below.
DURATION OF COVERAGE
This Limited Warranty provides coverage for one (1) year from either
the date the product is first sold to a recreational use retail purchaser,
or the date on which the product is first put into service, whichever
occurs first. The repair or replacement of parts, or the performance
of service under this warranty, does not extend the life of this warran-
ty beyond its original expiration date. Unexpired warranty coverage
can be transferred to a subsequent purchaser upon proper re-regis-
tration of the product.
CONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAIN
WARRANTY COVERAGE
Warranty coverage is available only to retail customers that pur-
chase from a Dealer authorized by Mercury Marine to distribute the
product in the country in which the sale occurred, and then only after
the Mercury Marine specified pre-delivery inspection process is
completed and documented. Warranty coverage becomes available
upon proper registration of the product by the authorized dealer. In-
accurate warranty registration information regarding recreational
use, or subsequent change of use from recreational to commercial
may void the warranty at the sole discretion of Mercury Marine. Rou-
tine maintenance outlined in the Operation, Maintenance and War-
ranty Manual must be timely performed in order to maintain warranty
coverage. Mercury Marine reserves the right to make warranty cov-
erage contingent upon proof of proper maintenance.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Mercury RACING DIVISION One Year Limited
Warranty (cont.)
WHAT MERCURY WILL DO
Mercury’s sole and exclusive obligation under this warranty is limited
to, at our option, repairing a defective part, replacing such part or
parts with new or Mercury Marine certified re-manufactured parts, or
refunding the purchase price of the Mercury product. Mercury re-
serves the right to improve or modify products from time to time with-
out assuming an obligation to modify products previously manufac-
tured.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE
The customer must provide Mercury with a reasonable opportunity
to repair and reasonable access to the product for warranty service.
Warranty claims shall be made by delivering the product for inspec-
tion to a Mercury dealer authorized to service the product. If purchas-
er cannot deliver the product to such a dealer, written notice must be
given to Mercury. We will then arrange for the inspection and any cov-
ered repair. Purchaser in that case shall pay for all related transporta-
tion charges and/or travel time. If the service provided is not covered
by this warranty, purchaser shall pay for all related labor and materi-
al, and any other expenses associated with that service. Purchaser
shall not, unless requested by Mercury, ship the product or parts of
the product directly to Mercury. The warranty registration card is the
only valid registration identification and must be presented to the
dealer at the time warranty service is requested in order to obtain
coverage.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Mercury RACING DIVISION One Year Limited
Warranty (cont.)
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This limited warranty does not cover routine maintenance items, tune
ups, adjustments, normal wear and tear, damage caused by abuse,
abnormal use, use of a propeller or gear ratio that does not allow the
engine to run in its recommended wide-open-throttle rpm range (see
the Operation, Maintenance & Warranty Manual), operation of the
product in a manner inconsistent with the recommended operation/
duty cycle section of the Operation, Maintenance & Warranty Manu-
al, neglect, accident, submersion, improper installation (proper
installation specifications and techniques are set forth in the installa-
tion instructions for the product), improper service, use of an acces-
sory or part not manufactured or sold by us, operation with fuels, oils
or lubricants which are not suitable for use with the product (see the
Operation, Maintenance & Warranty Manual), alteration or removal
of parts, water entering the engine through the fuel intake, air intake
or exhaust system, or damage to the product from insufficient cooling
water caused by blockage of the cooling system by a foreign body,
running the engine out of water, mounting the drive too high on the
transom, or running the boat with the drive trimmed out too far. The
commercial use of the product, defined as any work or employment
related use of the product, or any income generating use of the prod-
uct, even if such use is only occasional, will void the warranty. Use
of the product for racing or other competitive activity, at any point,
even by a prior owner of the product, voids the warranty.
Expenses related to haul-out, launch, towing, storage, telephone,
rental, inconvenience, slip fees, insurance coverage, loan pay-
ments, loss of time, loss of income, or any other type of incidental or
consequential damages are not covered by this warranty. Also, ex-
penses associated with the removal and/or replacement of boat
partitions or material caused by boat design for access to the product
are not covered by this warranty.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Mercury RACING DIVISION One Year Limited
Warranty (cont.)
No individual or entity, including Mercury Marine authorized dealers,
has been given authority by Mercury Marine to make any affirmation,
representation or warranty regarding the product, other than those
contained in this limited warranty, and if made, shall not be enforce-
able against Mercury Marine.
For additional information regarding events and circumstances cov-
ered by this warranty, and those that are not, see the Warranty Cov-
erage section of the Operation, Maintenance &Warranty Manual, in-
corporated by reference into this warranty.
DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DIS-
CLAIMED. TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DIS-
CLAIMED, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. INCI-
DENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED
FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY. SOME STATES/
COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS, LI-
MITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE, AS A RE-
SULT, THEY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY
GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO
HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO
STATE AND COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.
PRODUCTS SOLD TO GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
Contact the Mercury Racing Sales Department for a copy of the Gov-
ernment Agencies Warranty Packet Kit which explains the conditions
required for government agencies to receive warranty when pur-
chasing Mercury Racing Outboard or Sterndrive product.
Mercury Racing
Sales Department
N7480 County Rd. UU
Fond du Lac, WI 54935-9585
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion
(Worldwide)
WHAT IS COVERED
Mercury Marine warrants that each new Mercury, Mariner, Mercury
Racing, Sport Jet, M2Jet Drive, Tracker by Mercury Marine Out-
board, MerCruiser Inboard or Sterndrive engine (Product) will not be
rendered inoperative as a direct result of corrosion for the period of
time described below.
DURATION OF COVERAGE
This limited corrosion warranty provides coverage for three (3) years
from either the date the product is first sold, or the date on which the
product is first put into service, whichever occurs first. The repair or
replacement of parts, or the performance of service under this war-
ranty does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original ex-
piration date. Unexpired warranty coverage can be transferred to
subsequent (noncommercial use) purchaser upon proper re-regis-
tration of the product.
CONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAIN
WARRANTY COVERAGE
Warranty coverage is available only to retail customers that pur-
chase from a Dealer authorized by Mercury Marine to distribute the
product in the country in which the sale occurred, and then only after
the Mercury Marine specified pre-delivery inspection process is
completed and documented. Warranty coverage becomes available
upon proper registration of the product by the authorized dealer. Cor-
rosion prevention devices specified in the Operation, Maintenance
&Warranty Manual must be in use on the boat, and routine mainte-
nance outlined in the Operation, Maintenance &Warranty Manual
must be timely performed (including without limitation the replace-
ment of sacrificial anodes, use of specified lubricants, and touch-up
of nicks and scratches) in order to maintain warranty coverage. Mer-
cury Marine reserves the right to make warranty coverage contingent
upon proof of proper maintenance.

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3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion
(Worldwide) (cont.)
WHAT MERCURY WILL DO
Mercury’s sole and exclusive obligation under this warranty is limited
to, at our option, repairing a corroded part, replacing such part or
parts with new or Mercury Marine certified re-manufactured parts, or
refunding the purchase price of the Mercury product. Mercury re-
serves the right to improve or modify products from time to time with-
out assuming an obligation to modify products previously manufac-
tured.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE
The customer must provide Mercury with a reasonable opportunity
to repair, and reasonable access to the product for warranty service.
Warranty claims shall be made by delivering the product for inspec-
tion to a Mercury dealer authorized to service the product. If purchas-
er cannot deliver the product to such a dealer, written notice must be
given to Mercury. We will then arrange for the inspection and any cov-
ered repair. Purchaser in that case shall pay for all related transporta-
tion charges and/or travel time. If the service provided is not covered
by this warranty, purchaser shall pay for all related labor and materi-
al, and any other expenses associated with that service. Purchaser
shall not, unless requested by Mercury, ship the product or parts of
the product directly to Mercury. The warranty registration card is the
only valid registration identification and must be presented to the
dealer at the time warranty service is requested in order to obtain
coverage.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This limited warranty does not cover electrical system corrosion; cor-
rosion resulting from damage, corrosion which causes purely cos-
metic damage, abuse or improper service; corrosion to accessories,
instruments, steering systems; corrosion to factory installed jet drive
unit; damage due to marine growth; product sold with less than a one
year limited Product warranty; replacement parts (parts purchased
by customer); products used in a commercial application. Commer-
cial use is defined as any work or employment related use of the
product, or any use of the product which generates income, for any
part of the warranty period, even if the product is only occasionally
used for such purposes.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion
(Worldwide) (cont.)
Corrosion damage caused by stray electrical currents (on-shore
power connections, nearby boats, submerged metal) is not covered
by this corrosion warranty and should be protected against by the
use of a corrosion protection system, such as the Mercury Precision
Parts or Quicksilver MerCathode system and/or Galvanic Isolator.
Corrosion damage caused by improper application of copper base
anti-fouling paints is also not covered by this limited warranty. If anti-
fouling protection is required, Tri-Butyl-Tin-Adipate (TBTA) base
anti-fouling paints are recommended on Outboard and MerCruiser
boating applications. In areas where TBTA base paints are prohib-
ited by law, copper base paints can be used on the hull and transom.
Do not apply paint to the outboard or MerCruiser product. In addition,
care must be taken to avoid an electrical interconnection between
the warranted product and the paint. For MerCruiser product, an un-
painted gap of at least 1.5 inches (38 mm) should be left around the
transom assembly. Refer to the Operation, Maintenance & Warranty
Manual for additional details.
For additional information regarding events and circumstances cov-
ered by this warranty, and those that are not, see the Warranty Cov-
erage section of the Operation, Maintenance & Warranty Manual, in-
corporated by reference into this warranty.
DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DIS-
CLAIMED. TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DIS-
CLAIMED, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. INCI-
DENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED
FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY. SOME STATES/
COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS, LI-
MITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE, AS A RE-
SULT, THEY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY
GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO
HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO
STATE AND COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions for Mercury
Racing Outboard and Sterndrive Products
The purpose of this section is to help eliminate some of the more
common misunderstandings regarding warranty coverage. The fol-
lowing information explains some of the types of services that are not
covered by warranty. The provisions set forth following have been in-
corporated by reference into the Mercury Racing Division Three Year
Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Failure, the Mercury Racing
Division 90 Day and One Year Limited Warranties.
Keep in mind that warranty covers repairs that are needed within the
warranty period because of defects in material and workmanship. In-
stallation errors, accidents, normal wear, and a variety of other
causes that affect the product are not covered.
Warranty is limited to defects in material or workmanship, but only to
retail customers that purchase from a Dealer authorized by Mercury
Marine to distribute the product in the country in which the sale oc-
curred, and then only after the Mercury Marine specified pre-delivery
inspection process is completed and documented.
Should you have any questions concerning warranty coverage, con-
tact your authorized dealer. They will be pleased to answer any ques-
tions that you may have.
GENERAL EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY
1Corrosion damage incurred by your 900 SC MerCruiser prod-
uct(s) is not covered under this warranty.
2Minor adjustments and tune-ups, including checking, cleaning or
adjusting spark plugs, ignition components, carburetor or EFI
settings, filters, belts, controls, and checking lubrication made in
connection with normal services.
3Damage caused by lack of maintenance.
4Haul-out, launch, towing charges, and all related transportation
charges and/or travel time, etc.
5Additional service work requested by customer other than that
necessary to satisfy the warranty obligation.

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Racing Outboard and Sterndrive Products
(cont.)
6Labor performed by other than an authorized dealer may be cov-
ered only under following circumstances: When performed on
emergency basis (providing there are no authorized dealers in
the area who can perform the work required or have no facilities
to haul out, etc., and prior factory approval has been given to
have the work performed at this facility).
7Use of other than Mercury Precision or Quicksilver parts when
making warranty repairs.
8Engine noise does not necessarily indicate a serious engine
problem. If diagnosis indicates a serious internal engine condi-
tion which could result in a failure, condition responsible for noise
should be corrected under the warranty.
9Lower unit and/or propeller damage caused by striking a sub-
merged object is considered a marine hazard.
10Water in the starter motor.
11 Starter motors and/or armatures or field coil assembly, which are
burned, or where lead is thrown out of commutator because of
excess cranking.
12Valve or valve seat grinding required because of wear.
13Removal of the tamper proof seals without prior pre-approval
from Mercury Racing.