Mercury Verado 250

34.4 kPa conditions={"psi_equivalent":"5.0 psi","description":"Valve opens to vent to atmosphere when internal tank pressure exceeds this value"}

10 % of tank volume conditions={"reason":"Fuel expands in volume as temperature rises; full tank can leak under pressure"}

1.500 in. conditions={"quantity":"4"}

2000 RPM conditions={"mode":"Shallow water operation","note":"If engine speed exceeds 2000 RPM, outboard will automatically return down to maximum trim range"}

0.150–0.230 mm (0.0059–0.009 in.) mm conditions={"temperature":"cold"}

Cross hatched region on dipstick conditions={"note":"Do not fill to top of operating range; any level within cross hatched region is acceptable"}

0.875 in. conditions={"quantity":"4"}

Tilted down, gearcase submerged at all times conditions={"environment":"Freezing or near-freezing temperatures"}

Cause: Incorrect starting procedure Test: Refer to Operation section

Cause: Propeller pitch too low or diameter inappropriate for load Test: Check full throttle RPM under normal load condition

Cause: Ignition system component failure

Cause: Excessive use of electrical accessories

Cause: Outboard trimmed out too far, raising cooling water intake holes above the waterline Test: Verify cooling water intake holes are below waterline at current trim...

Cause: Loose engine fasteners causing transom bracket failure Test: Verify all engine fasteners are tightened to specified torque

1. Inspect each anode periodically, especially in saltwater environments where erosion is accelerated. WARNING: Never paint or apply a protective coating on the anode ...

7. Push the dipstick back in all the way. 8. Install the oil fill cap hand tight. 9. Install the top cowl.

1. After engine starts, check for a steady stream of water flowing out of the water pump indicator hole. 2. If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole,...

1. Check if the exhaust relief hole on the outboard is submerged when the engine is trimmed full in while running at idle speed. WARNING: Submerged exhaust relief hole...

1. Place either ERC lever into gear. The warning horn will beep each time the lever is moved in and out of gear while in throttle-only mode, but the engine will remain...