Procedure

Installing Outboard on Transom

1. Verify the boat's certification plate to ensure the outboard's horsepower does not exceed the boat's rated and certified maximum horsepower limit. WARNING: Do not equip your boat with an outboard that exceeds the boat's maximum horsepower limit. If in doubt, contact your dealer. 2. Do not operate the engine unit until it has been securely mounted on the boat in accordance with the installation instructions. WARNING: Improper installation of the outboard can cause performance and reliability issues that can lead to safety concerns. 3. Follow all Mercury Marine provided validated fasteners and installation instructions, including torque specifications, to properly secure the outboard to the boat transom. WARNING: DO NOT mount any other accessory onto the boat with the fasteners provided with the outboard. For example, do not mount tow sport bars or boarding ladders using the outboard mounting hardware. Installing other products that utilize the outboard mounting hardware will compromise the ability of that hardware to properly and safely secure the outboard to the transom.