If any of the other merc owners have any service tips or want to do a how to thread for your 4 strokes etc please post them up I would be happy to add them to the sticky.
If any of the other merc owners have any service tips or want to do a how to thread for your 4 strokes etc please post them up I would be happy to add them to the sticky.
Roy
2020 Triton 18 Trx
Mercury 200 Pro XS V8
Bravo FS 24P Prop
Atlas 6” jp
Dual Humminbird Helix 10 MEGA SI
Minnkota Ultrex.
Oil change any of you guy do your own oil and lower unit oil changes ?
As far as motor oil filters do you buy "boat motor" like QuickSilver filters ? I like Fram filters they have a filter listed on there web site . I have a Mercury 60hp four stroke 2013. The Fram is a few dollars less than quicksilver Wal-Mart has both look alike.
Your thoughts ??? Thanked
I wonder who makes the QuickSilver filters ?
IMO its best to stick with genuine parts. I have never had a problem paying for OEM parts and service materials for the boat and my vehicles as well. Everything marine is rediculously priced I just get used to it.
Roy
2020 Triton 18 Trx
Mercury 200 Pro XS V8
Bravo FS 24P Prop
Atlas 6” jp
Dual Humminbird Helix 10 MEGA SI
Minnkota Ultrex.
I would not use a Fram on my weedeater much less boat are car. Tons of testing in the automotive world that they are sub-par. Some things you just don't cheap out on.
On another note, I buy Mercury so I don't have to work on it.
Last edited by turbocoupe; 05-04-2015 at 08:34 PM.
2009 Tracker PT190
80lb Xi5
Dual Power Poles
6inch Plate
HDS
Stainless ComancheSteering wheel
Stainless pop-up tiedowns
Comanche Passenger rodholder
Boat Buckle Rod Straps
JBL Stereo with JBL10" Marine Sub.
150 ProXS, 25 Trophy Plus, 72mph GPS (light), 24 Fury @68mph (heavy)
Mercury 60 hp 4 Stroke, oil change.
My motor is a 2006, but this should hold true for all years to date.
First trim motor to about 45°. Turn steering wheel all the way to the left so the drain plug is pointing down at floor. Some manuals will tell you to let it stand like this for about five minutes. This will let all the oil drain down. How ever, I go ahead and pull the plug and let it drain. Pull the dip stick to vent. Once the oil has stop draining. Raise motor about 4 or 5" and let it drain. Then lower motor about the same distance and let drain. Once it's done, lower motor to a eye level position. Replace drain plug, and switch out the oil filter. ( If you buy the oil change kit from a Mercury dealer. It will have everything you need to do the job. Also a plastic drain cup that goes under the filter for no mess. ) only thing left is to fill with the manufacturers designated weight and viscosity for your climate.
PS. This is how I do my oil change. Not intended to Counter Mercurys owners manual.
Last edited by TritonTRXV8; 11-14-2015 at 09:36 PM.
Have an adventure everyday !
2006 PT 175 TX 60 HP.
Thank you nujer99 for posting this info. You can use these part numbers for purchasing oil change kits online for your Mercury 4 stroke kits. They include everything needed for the change at a good value. All Merc Genuine Parts too!!
Mercury 4-Stroke Outboard Oil Change Kit 40/50/60 HP EFI P/N 8M0081916
Mercury 4-Stroke Outboard Oil Change Kit 75/90/115 HP EFI P/N 8M0081917 (1.7L Engines 2014 and older models)
Oil Change Kit includes: 25w-40 engine oil, oil filter, drain plug seal, drip tray (where applicable), instructions printed on box
Mercury 100 hour Maintenance Service Kit 40/50/60 HP P/N 8M0090558 (does not include oil)
Mercury 100 hour Maintenance Service Kit 75/90/115 HP P/N 8M0097856 (1.7L Engines, does not include oil)
Mercury 100 hour Maintenance Service Kit 75/90/115 HP P/N 8M0097854 (2.1L Engines, does not include oil)
Maintenance Kits Include: oil filter, high pressure fuel filter, low pressure fuel filter, oil drain plug seal, gear case drain plug seal, thermostat kit
Last edited by TritonTRXV8; 02-15-2016 at 10:08 PM.
Roy
2020 Triton 18 Trx
Mercury 200 Pro XS V8
Bravo FS 24P Prop
Atlas 6” jp
Dual Humminbird Helix 10 MEGA SI
Minnkota Ultrex.
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2014 Ranger RT188
Mercury Fourstroke
Any 1 having problems with power trim bleeding off over night on 2019 115 Merc 4 stroke mine has bled off overnight may have to take back to dealer later in the summer any info on this is greatly appreciated and thanks. Avx 1880 Merc 115 ,4 stroke
You might check the manual bleed valve to be sure it is tight. Don’t know about the four strokes but on my two stroke you stick a long screw driver through an access hole in the port side motor mounting bracket.
I try to drive as if my 16 year old Grandson is following me
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My 2017 115 ProXS 4S trim has bled down from day one. It does fine all other times, it only bleeds down when sitting static over night. My dealer had me clear the lines by raising it and then bleeding them by lowering using the screw. That worked for a day or so, then it started bleeding down static again. They must have a bad design? I just stick a piece of wood in there when it's sitting over night and trim down on the little one by piece of wood. I've done that for nearly three years now. One day I may take it to the dealer and get them to check it out? I guess I will get it checked out when I have my three year service done? I do my own annual services using Mercs oil change kit I buy at the dealer so they have a record of it in case there is a warranty dispute.