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
- Before Operating Your Outboard
- Boat Horsepower Capacity
- 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
- Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard
- Safe Boating Recommendations
- Recording Serial Number
- 8/9.9 FourStroke Specifications
- Component Identification - Standard Models
- Component Identification - Command Thrust/ProKicker Models
- 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
- Outboard Care
- EPA Emission Regulations
- Inspection and Maintenance Schedule
- 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
- 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
- Maintenance Log
- General Information
Models 8 9.9
9.9 Command Thrust/
ProKicker
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
Component Identification ‑ Standard Models
STARBOARD SIDE VIEW
a - Cowl latch
b - Throttle only button
c - Throttle friction
adjustment knob
d - Water pump indicator hole
e - Oil drain plug
f - Transom angle preset
knob
g - Engine flush plug
h - Gear lubricant level plug
i - Water inlet
j - Gear lubricant fill/drain
plug
k - Trim tab
60883
c
d
k
e
f
g
h
i
j
b
a
GENERAL INFORMATION
16 eng