Product Manual
Table Of Contents
- 8/9.9 and 9.9 Command Thrust/ProKicker FourStroke
- Welcome
- Read This Manual Thoroughly
- Notice
- Warranty Message
- Copyright and Trademark Information
- Identification Records
- General Information
- Boater's Responsibilities
- High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation
- Outboard Remote Control Models
- Remote Steering Notice
- Lanyard Stop Switch
- Protecting People in the Water
- Passenger Safety Message - Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
- Wave and Wake Jumping
- Impact with Underwater Hazards
- Exhaust Emissions
- Safe Boating Recommendations
- Recording Serial Number
- Model Year Production Code
- 8/9.9 FourStroke Specifications
- Component Identification - Standard Models
- Component Identification - Command Thrust/ProKicker Models
- Installation
- Boat Horsepower Capacity
- Start in Gear Protection
- Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard
- Low Permeation Fuel Hose Requirement
- Mercury Marine Validated Engine Mounting Hardware
- Installing Outboard
- Remote Control Installation
- Steering Link Rod Fasteners
- Remote Wire Harness Connection
- Control Cable Installation
- Battery Installation - Electric Start Models
- Battery Connections
- Propeller Installation
- Transporting
- Fuel and Oil
- Features and Controls
- Operation
- Prestarting Check List
- Operating in Freezing Temperatures
- Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water
- Operating Outboard as an Auxiliary Engine
- Prestarting Instructions
- Engine Break-in Procedure
- Starting the Engine - Tiller Handle Models
- Starting the Engine - Remote Control Models
- Starting a Hot Engine
- Gear Shifting
- Stopping the Engine
- Emergency Starting
- Maintenance
- Cleaning Care Recommendations
- EPA Emission Regulations
- Inspection and Maintenance Schedule
- Maintenance Schedule Decal Icons
- Maintenance Schedule Decal
- Flushing the Cooling System
- Top Cowl Removal and Installation
- Battery Inspection
- Exterior Care
- Fuel System
- Steering Link Rod Fasteners
- Corrosion Control Anode
- Propeller Replacement
- Fuse Replacement - Electric Start Models
- Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement
- Timing Belt Inspection
- Changing Engine Oil
- Lubrication Points
- Gearcase Lubrication
- Checking Power Tilt Fluid
- Submerged Outboard
- Storage
- Troubleshooting
- Owner Service Assistance
- Maintenance Log
- General Information
8/9.9 FourStroke Specifications
Models 8 9.9
9.9 Command Thrust/
ProKicker
Power 5.9 kw (8 hp) 7.3 kw (9.9 hp)
Number of cylinders 2
Full throttle RPM range 5000–6000 RPM
Idle speed in forward
gear
900 RPM
Piston displacement 209.8 cc (12.8 cid)
Cylinder bore 55 mm (2.17 in.)
Piston stroke 44 mm (1.73 in.)
Valve clearance (cold)
Intake valve 0.13–0.17 mm (0.0051–0.0067 in.)
Exhaust valve 0.18–0.22 mm (0.0071–0.0087 in.)
Recommended spark
plug
NGK DCPR6E
Spark plug gap 0.9 mm (0.035 in.)
Gear ratio 2.08:1 2.42:1
Recommended
gasoline
Refer to Fuel and Oil
Recommended oil
Refer to Fuel and Oil
Engine oil capacity 800 ml (27.0 fl oz)
Gearcase lubricant
capacity
320 ml (10.8 fl oz) 370 ml (12.5 fl oz)
Battery rating (electric
start models)
465 marine cranking amps (MCA) or 350 cold
cranking amps (CCA)
Emission control
system
Engine modification (EM)
Sound at drivers ear
(ICOMIA 39‑94) dBA
78.7 79.6
Tiller handle vibration
(ICOMIA 38‑94) m/s²
Standard Models
9.9 Command Thrust/
ProKicker–PT
4.3 6.1
GENERAL INFORMATION
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