Mercury Marine 90-850416009 User Manual
Effective October 2008
LOOK DEEPER
MERCURY OUTBOARDS
®
Verado Six-Cylinder
300 – 200 hp ..................10
Verado Four-Cylinder
200 – 135 hp ..................12
OptiMax Pro XS
250 – 175 hp ..................14
OptiMax 3.0L
250 – 200 hp ..................16
OptiMax 2.5L and 1.5L
175 – 75 hp ....................18
EFI FourStrokes
115 – 75 hp ....................20
EFI FourStrokes
60 – 40 hp ......................22
EFI FourStrokes
30 – 25 hp ......................24
FourStrokes
20 – 8 hp ........................26
FourStrokes
6 – 2.5 hp ......................28
Pro Kickers
15 hp and 9.9 hp ............30
Jet Outboards
110 – 25 hp ....................31
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NO ONE GETS MORE
BATTLE-TESTED
At Mercury, we test our engines mercilessly and use those results to make them even
more durable. The tougher the test, the tougher the engine. The tougher the engine, the
more peace of mind for you. So whether you’re fishing miles offshore or taking the family
on a weekend adventure, you’ll never have to worry about your Mercury letting you down.
Actual Mercury Marine log-strike test on prototype six-cylinder Verado.
Efficiency is key, and we constantly find
Mercury founder E. Carl Kiekhaefer sold his first
new ways to stretch your fuel.
commitment to innovation, it’s no surprise that Mercury
outboard engine in 1939,
standards throughout the marine world. Today when you
experience the superior supercharged power of Verado
smooth control of Digital Throttle & Shift or the lightning-fast
acceleration of F
remains focused on the lofty goals of its originator. With
70 years of dedication, passion and innovative engineering
invested in the advancement of marine engines, Mercury
Marine is committed to improving boating for everyone.
RAISING EYEBROWS
AND EXPECTATIONS
FROM LESS
✦
With unprecedented vision and a rock-solid
✦
continues to outperform the competition.
ury™ propellers, it’s easy to see why Mercury
✦
✦
determined to raise engine
®
, the
CONSTANTLY
AT MERCURY, WE TAKE A
PERFECTING PERFORMANCE
LEADERS LOOK FORWARD
No engine designed for a car will work flawlessly on
✦
Since day one, each and every Mercury engine has
the water. Only Mercury designs engines specifically to
withstand the unique challenges of the marine environment.
surpassed both industry standards and consumers’
From the pontoon power of BigFoot to the shallow-water
✦
expectations in terms of performance, fuel economy
design of Mercury Jets and the speed and satisfaction of
OptiMax, Mercury offers more FourStroke and two-stroke
and durability. That’s a tradition that continues today.
options and technologies than any other marine engine
manufacturer. We are determined to meet the differing
From Verado to OptiMax®to our full line of FourStrokes,
and important demands of all boaters. No other company
does that. No other company can.
every engine is designed to be quicker, faster, more
In just the last two years alone, a Mercury outboard has
✦
efficient and more durable than any other outboard.
powered the winning boats in more than 580 races
worldwide. Each checkered flag represents another
The following pages are filled with facts that
technological advancement that enhances our engines and
provides boaters with championship-caliber performance.
demonstrate how no one else comes close to Mercury.
Innovative parts, props and accessories reinforce
✦
Look Deeper and see for yourself.
our commitment to excellence. For example, Mercury’s
newest propellers consist of our exclusive X7
provide boaters more speed, improved acceleration
and greater efficiency.
360-DEGREE VIEW OF FUEL USE
GET THE FACTS
✦
Save at the pump: Mercury’s Direct Injected and
✦
FourStroke outboards can deliver thousands of dollars
in fuel savings compared to other outboards.
Count on superb reliability and improved performance
✦
and efficiency. Features such as our Range Plus
Powertrain give a Verado 150 hp up to 56 more miles
(90 km) of range than our competition (based on a
40-gallon/150-liter tank).
Mercury hydrodynamic gearcase designs cut through
✦
water efficiently for improved performance and
fuel savings.
Mercury’s black engines are actually very green.
✦
We offer more CARB three-star ultra-low emission-
rated outboards than any other manufacturer.
Mercury offers over 500 unique propellers, each
✦
engineered with the best technology and alloys
to maximize fuel efficiency and boat performance,
no matter what the size or model of boat.
Vicious log strikes, saltwater spray booths, high-humidity
✦
chambers and hot/cold water temperatures. That’s just phase one
of our brutal testing process. Then we run each engine rigorously
for thousands of hours to prove it can stand the test of time.
With more stainless steel key components and an exclusive
✦
protective multistep paint process, Mercury engines are built
to withstand the elements and outlast the competition.
Superior design and engineering produce unequaled durability.
✦
For example, long bolts in our 75 – 300 hp four-stroke powerheads
provide long-term integrity of our engine blocks, while our PCM 07
controllers are sealed and are impervious to saltwater and other fluids.
It’s reassuring to know your Mercury comes with a three-year
✦
limited, factory-backed nondeclining warranty and the industry’s
only three-year limited corrosion failure warranty.
J.D. Power and Associates®ranked Mercury OptiMax highest in
✦
customer satisfaction with two-stroke outboard engines three
years in a row. Reliability provides peace of mind on the water.
NOBODY’S TOUGHER ON
OUR ENGINES THAN WE ARE
GET THE FACTS
GET THE FACTS
®
alloy to
Engine
Specifications ..............34
2 3
8
6
4
5
7
9
Verado Six-Cylinder
300 – 200 hp ..................10
Verado Four-Cylinder
200 – 135 hp ..................12
OptiMax Pro XS
250 – 175 hp ..................14
OptiMax 3.0L
250 – 200 hp ..................16
OptiMax 2.5L and 1.5L
175 – 75 hp ....................18
EFI FourStrokes
115 – 75 hp ....................20
EFI FourStrokes
60 – 40 hp ......................22
EFI FourStrokes
30 – 25 hp ......................24
FourStrokes
20 – 8 hp ........................26
FourStrokes
6 – 2.5 hp ......................28
Pro Kickers
15 hp and 9.9 hp ............30
Jet Outboards
110 – 25 hp ....................31
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P
arts
NO ONE GETS MORE
BATTLE-TESTED
At Mercury, we test our engines mercilessly and use those results to make them even
more durable. The tougher the test, the tougher the engine. The tougher the engine, the
more peace of mind for you. So whether you’re fishing miles offshore or taking the family
on a weekend adventure, you’ll never have to worry about your Mercury letting you down.
Actual Mercury Marine log-strike test on prototype six-cylinder Verado.
Efficiency is key, and we constantly find
Mercury founder E. Carl Kiekhaefer sold his first
new ways to stretch your fuel.
commitment to innovation, it’s no surprise that Mercury
outboard engine in 1939,
standards throughout the marine world. Today when you
experience the superior supercharged power of Verado
smooth control of Digital Throttle & Shift or the lightning-fast
acceleration of F
remains focused on the lofty goals of its originator. With
70 years of dedication, passion and innovative engineering
invested in the advancement of marine engines, Mercury
Marine is committed to improving boating for everyone.
RAISING EYEBROWS
AND EXPECTATIONS
FROM LESS
✦
With unprecedented vision and a rock-solid
✦
continues to outperform the competition.
ury™ propellers, it’s easy to see why Mercury
✦
✦
determined to raise engine
®
, the
CONSTANTLY
AT MERCURY, WE TAKE A
PERFECTING PERFORMANCE
LEADERS LOOK FORWARD
No engine designed for a car will work flawlessly on
✦
Since day one, each and every Mercury engine has
the water. Only Mercury designs engines specifically to
withstand the unique challenges of the marine environment.
surpassed both industry standards and consumers’
From the pontoon power of BigFoot to the shallow-water
✦
expectations in terms of performance, fuel economy
design of Mercury Jets and the speed and satisfaction of
OptiMax, Mercury offers more FourStroke and two-stroke
and durability. That’s a tradition that continues today.
options and technologies than any other marine engine
manufacturer. We are determined to meet the differing
From Verado to OptiMax®to our full line of FourStrokes,
and important demands of all boaters. No other company
does that. No other company can.
every engine is designed to be quicker, faster, more
In just the last two years alone, a Mercury outboard has
✦
efficient and more durable than any other outboard.
powered the winning boats in more than 580 races
worldwide. Each checkered flag represents another
The following pages are filled with facts that
technological advancement that enhances our engines and
provides boaters with championship-caliber performance.
demonstrate how no one else comes close to Mercury.
Innovative parts, props and accessories reinforce
✦
Look Deeper and see for yourself.
our commitment to excellence. For example, Mercury’s
newest propellers consist of our exclusive X7
provide boaters more speed, improved acceleration
and greater efficiency.
360-DEGREE VIEW OF FUEL USE
GET THE FACTS
✦
Save at the pump: Mercury’s Direct Injected and
✦
FourStroke outboards can deliver thousands of dollars
in fuel savings compared to other outboards.
Count on superb reliability and improved performance
✦
and efficiency. Features such as our Range Plus
Powertrain give a Verado 150 hp up to 56 more miles
(90 km) of range than our competition (based on a
40-gallon/150-liter tank).
Mercury hydrodynamic gearcase designs cut through
✦
water efficiently for improved performance and
fuel savings.
Mercury’s black engines are actually very green.
✦
We offer more CARB three-star ultra-low emission-
rated outboards than any other manufacturer.
Mercury offers over 500 unique propellers, each
✦
engineered with the best technology and alloys
to maximize fuel efficiency and boat performance,
no matter what the size or model of boat.
Vicious log strikes, saltwater spray booths, high-humidity
✦
chambers and hot/cold water temperatures. That’s just phase one
of our brutal testing process. Then we run each engine rigorously
for thousands of hours to prove it can stand the test of time.
With more stainless steel key components and an exclusive
✦
protective multistep paint process, Mercury engines are built
to withstand the elements and outlast the competition.
Superior design and engineering produce unequaled durability.
✦
For example, long bolts in our 75 – 300 hp four-stroke powerheads
provide long-term integrity of our engine blocks, while our PCM 07
controllers are sealed and are impervious to saltwater and other fluids.
It’s reassuring to know your Mercury comes with a three-year
✦
limited, factory-backed nondeclining warranty and the industry’s
only three-year limited corrosion failure warranty.
J.D. Power and Associates®ranked Mercury OptiMax highest in
✦
customer satisfaction with two-stroke outboard engines three
years in a row. Reliability provides peace of mind on the water.
NOBODY’S TOUGHER ON
OUR ENGINES THAN WE ARE
GET THE FACTS
GET THE FACTS
®
alloy to
Engine
Specifications ..............34
2 3
8
6
4
5
7
9
Verado Six-Cylinder
300 – 200 hp ..................10
Verado Four-Cylinder
200 – 135 hp ..................12
OptiMax Pro XS
250 – 175 hp ..................14
OptiMax 3.0L
250 – 200 hp ..................16
OptiMax 2.5L and 1.5L
175 – 75 hp ....................18
EFI FourStrokes
115 – 75 hp ....................20
EFI FourStrokes
60 – 40 hp ......................22
EFI FourStrokes
30 – 25 hp ......................24
FourStrokes
20 – 8 hp ........................26
FourStrokes
6 – 2.5 hp ......................28
Pro Kickers
15 hp and 9.9 hp ............30
Jet Outboards
110 – 25 hp ....................31
NO ONE GETS MORE
BATTLE-TESTED
At Mercury, we test our engines mercilessly and use those results to make them even
more durable. The tougher the test, the tougher the engine. The tougher the engine, the
more peace of mind for you. So whether you’re fishing miles offshore or taking the family
on a weekend adventure, you’ll never have to worry about your Mercury letting you down.
Actual Mercury Marine log-strike test on prototype six-cylinder Verado.
Efficiency is key, and we constantly find
FROM LESS
✦
Mercury founder E. Carl Kiekhaefer sold his first
new ways to stretch your fuel.
outboard engine in 1939,
standards throughout the marine world. Today when you
experience the superior supercharged power of Verado
smooth control of Digital Throttle & Shift or the lightning-fast
acceleration of F
remains focused on the lofty goals of its originator. With
70 years of dedication, passion and innovative engineering
invested in the advancement of marine engines, Mercury
Marine is committed to improving boating for everyone.
✦
ury™ propellers, it’s easy to see why Mercury
✦
determined to raise engine
®
, the
AT MERCURY, WE TAKE A
LEADERS LOOK FORWARD
360-DEGREE VIEW OF FUEL USE
✦
Save at the pump: Mercury’s Direct Injected and
Since day one, each and every Mercury engine has
surpassed both industry standards and consumers’
expectations in terms of performance, fuel economy
and durability. That’s a tradition that continues today.
From Verado to OptiMax®to our full line of FourStrokes,
every engine is designed to be quicker, faster, more
efficient and more durable than any other outboard.
The following pages are filled with facts that
demonstrate how no one else comes close to Mercury.
Look Deeper and see for yourself.
✦
FourStroke outboards can deliver thousands of dollars
in fuel savings compared to other outboards.
Count on superb reliability and improved performance
✦
and efficiency. Features such as our Range Plus
Powertrain give a Verado 150 hp up to 56 more miles
(90 km) of range than our competition (based on a
40-gallon/150-liter tank).
Mercury hydrodynamic gearcase designs cut through
✦
water efficiently for improved performance and
fuel savings.
Mercury’s black engines are actually very green.
✦
We offer more CARB three-star ultra-low emissionrated outboards than any other manufacturer.
Mercury offers over 500 unique propellers, each
✦
engineered with the best technology and alloys
to maximize fuel efficiency and boat performance,
no matter what the size or model of boat.
Vicious log strikes, saltwater spray booths, high-humidity
✦
chambers and hot/cold water temperatures. That’s just phase one
of our brutal testing process. Then we run each engine rigorously
for thousands of hours to prove it can stand the test of time.
With more stainless steel key components and an exclusive
✦
protective multistep paint process, Mercury engines are built
to withstand the elements and outlast the competition.
Superior design and engineering produce unequaled durability.
✦
For example, long bolts in our 75 – 300 hp four-stroke powerheads
provide long-term integrity of our engine blocks, while our PCM 07
controllers are sealed and are impervious to saltwater and other fluids.
It’s reassuring to know your Mercury comes with a three-year
✦
limited, factory-backed nondeclining warranty and the industry’s
only three-year limited corrosion failure warranty.
J.D. Power and Associates®ranked Mercury OptiMax highest in
✦
customer satisfaction with two-stroke outboard engines three
years in a row. Reliability provides peace of mind on the water.
NOBODY’S TOUGHER ON
OUR ENGINES THAN WE ARE
GET THE FACTS
GET THE FACTS
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recision P
P
Engine
Specifications ..............34
2 3
arts
8
6
7
9
NOBODY’S TOUGHER ON
NOBODY’S TOUGHER ON
Verado Six-Cylinder
300 – 200 hp ..................10
Verado Four-Cylinder
200 – 135 hp ..................12
OptiMax Pro XS
250 – 175 hp ..................14
OptiMax 3.0L
250 – 200 hp ..................16
OptiMax 2.5L and 1.5L
175 – 75 hp ....................18
EFI FourStrokes
115 – 75 hp ....................20
EFI FourStrokes
60 – 40 hp ......................22
EFI FourStrokes
30 – 25 hp ......................24
FourStrokes
20 – 8 hp ........................26
FourStrokes
6 – 2.5 hp ......................28
Pro Kickers
15 hp and 9.9 hp ............30
Jet Outboards
110 – 25 hp ....................31
BATTLE-TESTED
BATTLE-TESTED
✦
✦
At Mercury, we test our engines mercilessly and use those results to make them even
At Mercury, we test our engines mercilessly and use those results to make them even
more durable. The tougher the test, the tougher the engine. The tougher the engine, the
more durable. The tougher the test, the tougher the engine. The tougher the engine, the
more peace of mind for you. So whether you’re fishing miles offshore or taking the family
more peace of mind for you. So whether you’re fishing miles offshore or taking the family
on a weekend adventure, you’ll never have to worry about your Mercury letting you down.
on a weekend adventure, you’ll never have to worry about your Mercury letting you down.
Actual Mercury Marine log-strike test on prototype six-cylinder Verado.
Actual Mercury Marine log-strike test on prototype six-cylinder Verado.
Mercury founder E. Carl Kiekhaefer sold his first
outboard engine in 1939,
standards throughout the marine world. Today when you
experience the superior supercharged power of Verado
smooth control of Digital Throttle & Shift or the lightning-fast
acceleration of F
remains focused on the lofty goals of its originator. With
70 years of dedication, passion and innovative engineering
invested in the advancement of marine engines, Mercury
Marine is committed to improving boating for everyone.
ury™ propellers, it’s easy to see why Mercury
✦
determined to raise engine
®
, the
OUR ENGINES THAN WE ARE
LEADERS LOOK FORWARD
✦
Since day one, each and every Mercury engine has
surpassed both industry standards and consumers’
expectations in terms of performance, fuel economy
and durability. That’s a tradition that continues today.
From Verado to OptiMax®to our full line of FourStrokes,
every engine is designed to be quicker, faster, more
efficient and more durable than any other outboard.
The following pages are filled with facts that
demonstrate how no one else comes close to Mercury.
Look Deeper and see for yourself.
✦
✦
✦
✦
✦
✦
✦
✦
✦
OUR ENGINES THAN WE ARE
GET THE FACTS
✦
Vicious log strikes, saltwater spray booths, high-humidity
Vicious log strikes, saltwater spray booths, high-humidity
chambers and hot/cold water temperatures. That’s just phase one
chambers and hot/cold water temperatures. That’s just phase one
of our brutal testing process. Then we run each engine rigorously
of our brutal testing process. Then we run each engine rigorously
for thousands of hours to prove it can stand the test of time.
for thousands of hours to prove it can stand the test of time.
With more stainless steel key components and an exclusive
With more stainless steel key components and an exclusive
protective multistep paint process, Mercury engines are built
protective multistep paint process, Mercury engines are built
to withstand the elements and outlast the competition.
to withstand the elements and outlast the competition.
Superior design and engineering produce unequaled durability.
Superior design and engineering produce unequaled durability.
For example, long bolts in our 75 – 300 hp four-stroke powerheads
For example, long bolts in our 75 – 300 hp four-stroke powerheads
provide long-term integrity of our engine blocks, while our PCM 07
provide long-term integrity of our engine blocks, while our PCM 07
controllers are sealed and are impervious to saltwater and other fluids.
controllers are sealed and are impervious to saltwater and other fluids.
It’s reassuring to know your Mercury comes with a three-year
It’s reassuring to know your Mercury comes with a three-year
limited, factory-backed nondeclining warranty and the industry’s
limited, factory-backed nondeclining warranty and the industry’s
only three-year limited corrosion failure warranty.
only three-year limited corrosion failure warranty.
J.D. Power and Associates®ranked Mercury OptiMax highest in
J.D. Power and Associates®ranked Mercury OptiMax highest in
customer satisfaction with two-stroke outboard engines three
customer satisfaction with two-stroke outboard engines three
years in a row. Reliability provides peace of mind on the water.
years in a row. Reliability provides peace of mind on the water.
GET THE FACTS
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recision P
P
Engine
Specifications ..............34
2 3
arts
8
8
9
9
PERFECT
PROPULSION
Whisper quiet, fuel-efficient and
remarkably fast, Verado is marine
propulsion at its very best
SIX-CYLINDER
300 hp 275 hp 250 hp 225 hp 200 hp
Engine Type: Six-cylinder DOHC 158.5 cu in (2598 cc)
Dry Weight: 635 lb (288 kg)
Steering: Electro-hydraulic power steering
Warranty: Three-year limited, nondeclining factory-backed
Induction: Supercharged with charge air cooling
Shaft Length: 20" (508 mm), 25" (635 mm), 30" (762 mm)
Counter Rotation: Available on 20" (CL), 25" (CXL) and 30" (CXXL) models
CARB Star Rating:
Complete coverage.
limited, factory-backed nondeclining warranty and a three-year limited corrosion
failure warranty (excluding Mercury Racing
We’re everywhere.
in the world. No matter where you are, you always have trained Mercury
technicians close by for expert service and support.
Every Mercury outboard comes with a three-year
Mercury has the largest marine dealer network
2
®
and two-stroke outboards).
ADVANTAGE VERADO
CONSUME LESS
Verado with Range Plus Powertrain: Proof that
power and fuel efficiency are not mutually exclusive.
> Every part was designed to make this the most
fuel-efficient engine ever, including forged
pistons, precision-machined oil dams, new
intake cams and specially engineered bearings.
> Enhanced Power Control Module calibration
optimizes fuel economy.
OUR SILENCE SPEAKS VOLUMES
Verado provides the quietest, smoothest power
ever available in an outboard engine. Power up
with Verado. Your ears will thank you.
> Patented multichambered Intake Attenuator
reduces noise by up to 14 decibels.
> Acoustic foam lining inside cowling absorbs
engine noise.
ENGINEERING THE EXPERIENCE
Instant acceleration. Effortless steering. Information
at a glance.
> Steering torque is nonexistent thanks to
Verado’s Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering.
> SmartCraft
delivers automotive-like control,
instant throttle response and
unprecedented smooth shifting.
> SmartCraft instrumentation provides up-to-
the-second information on fuel consumption,
air, water and engine temperature, charging level,
ground speed, even maintenance and service
advice, all at a glance.
®
Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS)
THINK
FAST
SUZUKI
Get there now!
Verado 300 hp is 16% quicker from 0 – 20 mph (0 – 32 kmh) and
over 4 mph faster at wide open throttle than Suzuki
> Supercharged induction system provides beefy torque
for incredible holeshot and jaw-dropping mid-range
acceleration.
> Unique charge air cooler increases intake air density
for even more power.
“Will you swap out my Yamahas?”
eith M
– K
®
.
300 hp.
THE VALUE
OF VERADO
Go farther for less. When comparing
Verado 300 hp to Suzuki 300 hp, Verado can
save you US $1,600 in fuel costs over five years.
You don’t have to sacrifice power to spend less on
>
fuel. The new Verado Range Plus
Powertrain features forged pistons,
precision-machined oil dams and new intake cams
all specially designed to get more performance out
of every drop of fuel.
YOU’VE ONLY BEGUN TO SEE HOW VERADO BEATS THE COMPETITION
For head-to-head engine tests,
Go to MercuryMarine.com
Mercury Verado 300 hp is 50% quieter
than Suzuki 300 hp at wide open throttle.
> In-line six-cylinder engine block inherently runs
smoother and quieter than other outboards.
> Cradle-mount design isolates the engine,
minimizing vibration and noise.
boater interviews and other videos,
WHISPER
QUIET
Nothing’s quieter.
300 hp
275 hp
250 hp
225 hp
200 hp
SUZUKI
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Source: Tests conducted by Mercury Marine – June 2007.
Test conducted on a 23' fiberglass fishing boat using a Mercury Verado 300 hp FourStroke and a Suzuki DF300 four-stroke.
Assumptions: Engines are run 100 hours per year over five years; price of gas is US $4.00 per gallon/ US $1.06 per liter.
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