SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 24
FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION
Precautions
WARNING
Always disconnect battery cables from battery BEFORE working on fuel system to
prevent fire or explosion.
WARNING
Be careful when changing fuel system components; gasoline is extremely flam-
mable and highly explosive under certain conditions. Be sure that ignition key is
OFF. DO NOT smoke or allow sources of spark or flame in the area while chang-
ing fuel filters. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
WARNING
Make sure that no fuel leaks exist before closing engine hatch
CAUTION
DO NOT operate engine without cooling water being supplied to seawater pickup
pump, or pump impeller will be damaged and subsequent overheating damage may
result.
Fuel Supply Connections
WARNING
Avoid gasoline fire or explosion. Improper installation of brass fittings or plugs into
fuel pump or fuel filter base can crack casting and/or cause a fuel leak.
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Apply #592 Loctite Pipe Sealant with Teflon to threads of brass fitting or plug.
DO NOT USE TEFLON TAPE.
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Thread brass fitting or plug into fuel pump or fuel filter base until finger tight.
Tighten fitting or plug an additional 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 turns using a wrench. DO NOT
OVER-TIGHTEN.
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Install fuel line. To prevent over-tightening, hold brass fitting with suitable
wrench and tighten fuel line connectors securely.
Check for fuel leaks.
Index
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OCTOBER 1999
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Product Specification
Categories | Mercury MerCruiser Manuals |
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Tags | Mercury MerCruiser 305 CID, Mercury MerCruiser 350 CID |
Model Year | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
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