Service manual

FUEL PUMP SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 26
Page 5A-2 90-861329--1 MARCH 1999
NOTICE
For information and procedures on “Troubleshooting,” refer to SECTION 1C.
Identification
Carter Fuel Pump
Replacement Parts Warning
WARNING
Electrical, ignition and fuel system components on your MerCruiser are designed
and manufactured to comply with U.S. Coast Guard Rules and Regulations to mini-
mize risks of fire and explosion.
Use of replacement electrical, ignition or fuel system components, which do not
comply with these rules and regulations, could result in a fire or explosion hazard
and should be avoided.
WARNING
Avoid gasoline fire or explosion. Improper installation of brass fittings or plugs into
fuel filter base can crack casting and/or cause a fuel leak.
• Apply #592 Loctite Pipe Sealant with Teflon to threads of brass fitting or plug.
DO NOT USE TEFLON TAPE.
• Thread brass fitting or plug into 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
OVERTIGHTEN.
• Install fuel line. To prevent overtightening, hold brass fitting with suitable
wrench and tighten fuel line connectors securely.
• Check for fuel leaks.
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