Mercury 40 CARB (3 CYL.)(4-STROKE) (1C018826 & Up) Parts & Diagrams

OEM and aftermarket replacement parts for Mercury 40 CARB (3 CYL.)(4-STROKE). Scroll down for exploded parts diagrams (33), specifications, and maintenance reference.

Mercury 40 CARB (3 CYL.)(4-STROKE) (1C018826 & Up) Parts & Diagrams

🔎 Mercury 40 CARB (3 CYL.)(4-STROKE) Reference Library — Exploded parts diagrams (33 diagrams), specifications, common issues, and maintenance checklist.

The Mercury 40 CARB (3 CYL.)(4-STROKE) is a 4-Stroke, Inline 4-Cylinder, EFI, SOHC outboard motor. Commonly used on jon boats, pontoons, and mid-size utility craft.

Quick Reference Specifications

Specification Value
Engine Type 4-Stroke, Inline 4-Cylinder, EFI, SOHC
Horsepower 40 HP
Displacement 995 cc
Bore x Stroke 65 mm x 75 mm
Spark Plug (Type & Gap) NGK IZFR6F-11
Engine Oil Capacity 3.0 L (3.17 quart)
Recommended Engine Oil SAE 25W-40 Mercury FourStroke Oil
Gear Case Oil Capacity 440 mL (14.9 fl oz)
Idle Speed (in gear) 700 ± 50 RPM (in gear)
Full Throttle RPM Range 5500-6000
Fuel Unleaded Gasoline, 87 Octane min.

Always verify specifications against your owner's manual for your specific serial number range.

Common Issues & Recommended Parts

Below are common maintenance scenarios for the Mercury 40 CARB (3 CYL.)(4-STROKE):

  • Water Pump / Overheating: If the tell-tale stream is weak or absent, the water pump impeller likely needs replacement. Inspect annually or every 100 hours. → Recommended: Water Pump Impeller Kit
  • Engine Oil / Maintenance Light: 4-stroke engines require regular oil and filter changes. Use marine-grade oil rated for your engine. Change every 100 hours or annually. → Recommended: Oil Filter, Engine Oil
  • Fuel Injector Issues (EFI models): Rough idle or misfires may indicate clogged fuel injectors. Use fuel stabilizer and clean injectors periodically. → Recommended: Fuel Injector, Fuel Filter
  • Gear Case Oil Leak: Check lower unit seals if gear oil appears milky (water contamination). Replace seals and gaskets during lower unit service. → Recommended: Lower Unit Seal Kit, Drain Plug Gaskets
  • Anode Corrosion: Inspect sacrificial anodes regularly, especially in saltwater. Replace when 50% depleted to protect against galvanic corrosion. → Recommended: Zinc/Aluminum Anode Kit

Parts Diagrams & OEM Part Numbers

Expand the sections below to view detailed exploded parts diagrams and find the exact OEM replacement components for your Mercury 40 CARB (3 CYL.)(4-STROKE).

Accessories (1 parts) Accessories
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 816667A2 BRACKET ASSEMBLY, Steering Comment: Without Carrying Handle
Adaptor Plate (20 parts) Adaptor Plate
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
1 825228T27 ADAPTOR PLATE ASSEMBLY
2 17-23784 PIN, Dowel
3 8M0026249 DIPSTICK TUBE ASSEMBLY, Plastic
4 8M0162935 DIPSTICK
5 19-822464 PLUG
6 19-48323 PLUG
7 25-8M0179867 GROMMET
8 22-629101 FITTING, Elbow - 90 Degree (.125-27)
9 54-816311T TIE STRAP, (8.00 Inches)
10 26-66301 SEAL, Oil
11 23-859594 BUSHING
12 10-4007455 SCREW, (M6 x 55)
13 27-8M0213113 GASKET
14 25-845746 O-RING
15 10-8M0204741 SCREW, (M6 x 20) Stainless Steel
16 893765 PLATE, Top Oil Pickup
17 8M0210772 BODY, Oil Pressure Relief
18 54-855228 CLAMP
19 32-854793 HOSE, Oil Pickup
20 893700 BAFFLE, Oil Pick-up
Bottom Cowl (28 parts) Bottom Cowl
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
1 4020-826277T04 CHAP, Long - Port
2 4020-826278T08 CHAP, Long - Starboard
3 10-8M0230977 SCREW, (M6 x 25 MM)
4 10-892073002 SHOULDER SCREW, (M6)
5 8M0151037 BOOT
6 8M0188541 SEAL
7 889246T99 PAN
8 19-897203 PLUG
9 10-40011146 SCREW, (M8 x 13) Stainless Steel
10 8M0151055 HOOK
11 10-8M0103805 SCREW, (M6 x 16 MM) Stainless Steel
12 8M4502035 GROMMET
13 879147T24 CAP
14 10-8M0103805 SCREW, (M6 x 16 MM) Stainless Steel
15 10-8M0103807 SCREW, (M6 x 25 MM) Stainless Steel
16 23-856954 BUSHING
17 25-8M0025696 GROMMET
18 888819002 DRAIN, Cowl
19 822426T03 LATCH ASSEMBLY, Rear Comment: SN# 1C084459 & Up
20 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Handle-Rear Latch Comment: SN# 1C084459 & Up
21 8M0006060 SEAL
22 8M0006062 LINK
23 10-88552514 SCREW, (M6 x 14 MM) Stainless Steel
24 12-897936 WASHER
25 10-8M0103806 SCREW, (M6 x 20 MM) Stainless Steel
26 8M0151043 GROMMET
27 12-855576 WASHER Comment: NLA - No Longer Required
28 22-827948 FITTING
Camshaft/Oil Pump (15 parts) Camshaft/Oil Pump
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 893504T02 CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY
1 10-82761140 SCREW, (M10 x 40)
2 12-4002320 WASHER
3 8M0151040 BELT
4 833104T6 GEAR, Driven
5 17-878183 PIN, Dowel
6 400-8M0183249 CAMSHAFT
7 17-826149 PIN
8 857087T1 PUMP ASSEMBLY, Oil
9 25-857096 O-RING
10 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, O Ring
11 25-857094 O-RING
12 25-857093 O-RING
13 10-875206 SCREW, (M6 x 16)
14 10-4000333 SCREW, (M6 x 40)
Carburetor (36 parts) Carburetor
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 8542561 REPAIR KIT, Carburetor Comment: 1 Per Carburetor
1 3329-883313T4 CARBURETOR Comment: Bottom
2 10-854246 SCREW
3 854245 PLATE
4 27-8542572 GASKET
5 854254T2 ENRICHENER
6 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, O Ring
7 854255 PLATE
8 19-880814 CAP
9 10-880841 SCREW, Adjusting
10 25-880842 O-RING
11 24-880815 SPRING
12 80391242 JET, Pilot
13 25-880843 O-RING
14 19-880844 PLUG
15 80391595 JET, Main
16 8039143 MAIN NOZZLE
17 854247 VALVE, Float
18 8542531 FLOAT
19 17-8542581 PIN, Float
20 10-880845 SCREW
21 27-8542573 GASKET
22 8039171 FLOAT BOWL Comment: Center/Bottom
23 10-8542463 SCREW
24 10-8542464 SCREW, Drain
25 12-8542591 WASHER
26 10-803925 SCREW, Synchronization, Top/Center
27 24-880846 SPRING, Top/Center
28 24-803923 SPRING, Top/Center
29 10-803913 SCREW, Bottom
30 24-854249 SPRING, Bottom
31 24-880847 SPRING
32 8542511 PLUNGER
33 10-880848 SCREW
34 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Rubber Bellows
35 880849 PLUNGER ROD
Crankshaft, Pistons and Connecting Rods (15 parts) Crankshaft, Pistons and Connecting Rods
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 893714T05 POWERHEAD ASSEMBLY
1 401-858507T04 CRANKSHAFT ASSEMBLY
2 28-893761 KEY
3 28-91800 KEY, Woodruff
4 8M0151047 SEAL
5 8M0151048 SEAL
6 600-893530T01 CONNECTING ROD
7 10-8M0049884 BOLT
8 23-893630002 BEARING, Blue
9 700-893524T02 PISTON Comment: .50MM Oversized - Bare Piston
10 39-893525A03 RING, Piston, Top Comment: .50MM Oversized
11 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Piston Ring - Second Comment: .50 MM Oversized
12 39-893950 RING, Oil - Piston
13 41-893863 PIN, Piston
14 40-893529 RETAINER, Piston Pin
Cylinder Block (28 parts) Cylinder Block
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 893714T05 POWERHEAD ASSEMBLY
1 800-893500T02 CYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLY
2 17-825010 PIN, Dowel
3 22-479452 PLUG
4 22-384073 PLUG, Pipe (.500-14)
5 22-416223 PLUG, Pipe (.750-14)
6 23-893631002 BEARING, Main - Blue
7 822625 NIPPLE, (M20)
8 10-82506182 SCREW, (M8 x 82)
9 10-8M0205943 SCREW, (M6 x 35)
10 27-8M0163129 GASKET
11 35-8M0162830 FILTER, Oil Comment: Quicksilver Branded
12 27-8M4500244 GASKET
13 8M0183025 COVER, Exhaust
14 22-479452 PLUG
15 855676003 THERMOSTAT
16 27-8M0177107 GASKET
17 8M0188835 COVER, Thermostat
18 10-8M0205943 SCREW, (M6 x 35)
19 35-8M0021770 STRAINER, Water
20 54-816311T TIE STRAP, (8.00 Inches)
21 8M0214984 SENSOR ASSEMBLY
22 25-627021 O-RING, (.301 x .070)
23 893697 LIFTING EYE
24 10-857139 SCREW, (M8 x 35)
25 32-77653101 HOSE, (48.00 Inches Bulk), Cut to 19 Inches - To Fitting in Adaptor Plate
26 54-8M0009374 CLAMP
27 10-8248324 SCREW, (M6 x 16)
Cylinder Head (26 parts) Cylinder Head
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 893714T05 POWERHEAD ASSEMBLY
1 900-8M0224247 CYLINDER HEAD
2 858266 GUIDE
3 10-4000325 SCREW, (M6 x 8)
4 12-859768 WASHER
5 26-893549 SEAL, Oil
6 22-875209 PIPE PLUG
7 25-8M0162934 SEAL
8 8M0174399 COVER ASSEMBLY
9 893711 PLATE, Baffle
10 10-8M0001075 SCREW, (M4)
11 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Decal- Servicing Referral
12 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Decal-Engine Oil/Valve Clearance
13 17-825010 PIN, Dowel
14 27-8M0118180 GASKET
15 10-8M0204741 SCREW, (M6 x 20) Stainless Steel
16 10-82503395 SCREW, (M9 x 95)
17 10-893745025 SCREW, (M6 x 25)
18 22-629101 FITTING, Elbow - 90 Degree (.125-27)
19 830294T1 BRACKET Comment: Handle
20 10-40011126 SCREW, (M6 x 13) Stainless Steel Comment: Handle
21 859578A1 PLUG ASSEMBLY, Oil
22 25-8M0204673 O-RING, (.921 x .139)
23 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Decal- Horse Power Identification
24 8M0026326 DEFLECTOR, Cowl
25 10-8M0012661 SCREW
Driveshaft Housing (22 parts) Driveshaft Housing
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
1 1503-852421T07 HOUSING, Driveshaft - Long
2 1503-852421T08 HOUSING, Driveshaft - Short
3 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Exhaust Pipe Comment: Short
4 10-88960845 SCREW, (M8 x 45)
5 10-824459110 SCREW, (M8 x 110) Stainless Steel
6 8288181 PLUG, Drain
7 26-8M0007119 SEAL
8 826276 BUMPER
9 8M0151042 GROMMET Comment: Long
10 22-8M0181450 FITTING Comment: Long
11 54-816311T TIE STRAP, (8.00 Inches) Comment: Long
12 19-892286 CAP Comment: Long
13 8M0043364 BUMPER
14 16-823984 STUD, (M10 x 50)
15 12-8M0214963 WASHER, (.406 x .750 x .105) Stainless Steel
16 11-40140 NUT, (M10)
17 32-897971A01 TUBE/SEAL KIT, Water - Long
18 32-897970A01 TUBE/SEAL KIT, Water - Short
19 8M0151041 SEAL, Water
20 54-828529 GUIDE
21 893770 PLATE, Driveshaft Housing
22 10-1993325 SCREW, (M10 x 25 MM)
Electrical Components (20 parts) Electrical Components
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 893714T05 POWERHEAD ASSEMBLY
1 8M0082988 SENSOR
2 10-40011107 SCREW, (M5 x 16) Stainless Steel
3 10-82130025 SCREW, (M6 x 25)
4 12-8M0214930 WASHER
5 859224 PLATE
6 23-856954 BUSHING
7 25-8M0190980 GROMMET
8 87843302S ECM, Engine Control Module
9 23-8539201 BUSHING
10 10-82129140 SCREW, (M6 x 40)
11 84-859196T1 HARNESS ASSEMBLY, Engine Wiring
12 54-816311T TIE STRAP, (8.00 Inches)
13 87-8M0098207 PRESSURE SWITCH
14 33-827858Q SPARK PLUG, NGK-DPR6EA-9
15 339-858942T1 COIL ASSEMBLY, Ignition
16 10-8M0204741 SCREW, (M6 x 20) Stainless Steel
17 10-8248324 SCREW, (M6 x 16)
18 54-8M0024808 J CLIP
19 10-40011149 SCREW, (M8 x 25) Stainless Steel
Flywheel (11 parts) Flywheel
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 893714T05 POWERHEAD ASSEMBLY
1 284-832010T27 FLYWHEEL
2 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Decal-Warning Spinning Flywheel
3 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Decal-Timing Marks
4 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Decal-Warning-Neutral
5 11-893789 NUT
6 12-893762 WASHER
7 10-4013930 SCREW, (M5 x 30)
8 398-852386T6 STATOR
9 834838 LOAD RING
10 833102T GEAR, Drive
Fuel Lines (17 parts) Fuel Lines
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
1 32-856607 HOSE
2 32-856609 HOSE
3 856610 LINKAGE
4 23-803896 BUSHING
5 823548T TIE STRAP
6 32-856613 HOSE
7 32-856611 HOSE and SLEEVE
8 22-822771 CONNECTOR
9 22-878404 FITTING, 45 Degree
10 32-878423 HOSE
11 32-8M0010663 HOSE ASSEMBLY, Carburetor Vent
12 32-82381335 TUBING, (15.00 Inches Bulk), Cut to 3.15 Inches
13 54-878425 CLIP
14 56762 TIE STRAP, (4.00 Inches)
15 12-8542592 WASHER
16 18-880850 COTTER PIN
17 22-878593 Y-CONNECTOR
Fuel Pump (11 parts) Fuel Pump
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 25-16524 O-RING, Fuel Connector
1 8M0141844 PUMP, Fuel, Sold Complete Only
2 32-8M0108349 TUBING, (.312) (70.00 Inches Bulk), Cut to 13 Inches - To Block Exhaust Cover
3 32-8M0108349 TUBING, (.312) (70.00 Inches Bulk), Cut to 6 Inches - To Telltale
4 54-816311T TIE STRAP, (8.00 Inches)
5 32-856611 HOSE and SLEEVE, To Float Bowl
6 32-8M0108355 HOSE, (57.00 Inches Bulk), Cut to 14 Inches
7 35-877565T1 FILTER, Fuel
8 32-8M0108355 HOSE, (57.00 Inches Bulk), Cut to 19 Inches
9 22-8M0148585 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY, Fuel
10 10-88552535 SCREW, (M6 x 35 MM) Stainless Steel
Gear Housing, Driveshaft - 2:1 Gear Ratio (41 parts) Gear Housing, Driveshaft - 2:1 Gear Ratio
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 46-812966A12 REPAIR KIT, Water Pump
1 893680T06 GEAR HOUSING ASSEMBLY, Basic
2 10-79953Q04 SCREW KIT, Drain
3 97-826134Q ANODE
4 17-8M0084244 PIN, Dowel - With Hole (.375 x .625)
5 17-43044 PIN, Dowel - Without Hole (.375 x .625)
6 10-897657055 SCREW, (M6 x 55)
7 11-401386 NUT, (M6) Stainless Steel
8 818226A1 SEAL/PLATE KIT
9 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Filler Plate
10 43-8M0187297 GEAR, Pinion
11 8M0012285 CAM, Shift
12 11-55910 NUT, (.437-20)
13 26-8M0204693 SEAL
14 22-878089 PLUG, Pipe (.0625-27)
15 31-812768 BEARING, Roller
16 889246A96 SHIFT SHAFT ASSEMBLY
17 53-29641 E RING
18 23-813696A2 BUSHING ASSEMBLY
19 25-45258 O-RING, (.987 x .103)
20 26-8M0204708 SEAL, Oil
21 45-859102 DRIVESHAFT, Long
22 15-812770A1 SHIM SET
23 31-8M0166756 BEARING ASSEMBLY, Roller
24 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Cup
25 11-8128201 NUT
26 46-812966A7 BASE ASSEMBLY, Water Pump
27 25-8M0204651 O-RING, (1.859 x .139)
28 26-814669 SEAL, Oil
29 26-814670 SEAL, Oil
30 47-19453T IMPELLER
31 28-8M0032831 KEY
32 12-8M0204720 WASHER
33 46-812966A12 PUMP ASSEMBLY, Water
34 27-8M0224241 GASKET, Lower
35 27-822189 GASKET, Upper Water Pump
36 19700A2 FACE PLATE
37 10-8248324 SCREW, (M6 x 16)
38 8M0151046 COUPLING, Short
39 8M0151045 COUPLER, Long
40 23-891637 BUSHING
Gear Housing, Propeller Shaft - 2:1 Gear Ratio (39 parts) Gear Housing, Propeller Shaft - 2:1 Gear Ratio
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 26-814669A2 SEAL KIT, Gear Housing
1 893680T06 GEAR HOUSING ASSEMBLY, Basic
2 8227731 INSERT, Threaded
3 43-821315T02 GEAR ASSEMBLY, Forward
4 31-889246A95 BEARING ASSEMBLY, Roller
5 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Cup
6 31-21700 BEARING, Needle
7 8M0005743 ROD ACTUATOR
8 17-8M0084682 PIN, Spring
9 24-79910 SPRING Comment: Design I SN# 1C267558 & Below
10 12-78910 WASHER
11 52-821314T01 CLUTCH
12 17-8M0009287 PIN, Cross Comment: Design I SN# 1C267558 & Below
13 24-38114 SPRING
14 44-826193T03 PROPELLER SHAFT
15 43-821312T02 GEAR, Reverse
16 30-20839T BEARING, Ball
17 8M0168900 CARRIER ASSEMBLY, Bearing
18 25-815460 O-RING
19 31-21700 BEARING, Needle
20 26-8M0205511 SEAL, Oil
21 26-8M0203757 SEAL, Oil
22 10-85594030 SCREW, (M8 x 30)
23 12-855941 WASHER, (.323 x .590 x .112) Stainless Steel
24 15-889246A98 SHIM SET
25 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Decal-Gear Ratio
26 17264T2 TRIM TAB, Zinc
27 10-858771 SCREW, (M10 x 30)
28 8M0008716 CAM, Follower
29 17-8M0091340 SPRING / PIN KIT Comment: Design II SN# 1C267559 & Up
30 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, PIN Comment: Design II SN# 1C267559 & Up
31 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, SPRING Comment: Design II SN# 1C267559 & Up
32 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, GUIDE, Spring Comment: Design II SN# 1C267559 & Up
33 73345A1 THRUST HUB
34 11-69578Q1 PROP NUT KIT
35 14-8M0214942 TAB WASHER
36 12-8M0214963 WASHER, (.406 x .750 x .105) Stainless Steel
37 10-4000380 SCREW, (M10 x 45)
38 12-8M0214963 WASHER, (.406 x .750 x .105) Stainless Steel
Intake (18 parts) Intake
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 27-825231A02 GASKET SET, Engine
1 10-82615890 SCREW, (M6 x 90)
2 856126T INTAKE, Air
3 25-856525 O-RING
4 834783T PLATE
5 834784T ISOLATOR
6 19-827633 PLUG
7 856127A2 ATTENUATOR ASSEMBLY, Sound
8 23-856954 BUSHING
9 10-8M0204741 SCREW, (M6 x 20) Stainless Steel
10 54-850181 TIE STRAP, (11.750 Inches)
11 26-856128001 SEAL
12 25-8250572 O-RING
13 25-8250572 O-RING
14 17-23784 PIN, Dowel
15 10-8248326 SCREW, (M6 x 25 MM)
16 32-8M0182223 BREATHER HOSE
17 54-816311T TIE STRAP, (8.00 Inches)
Intake/Exhaust Valves (20 parts) Intake/Exhaust Valves
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 893714T05 POWERHEAD ASSEMBLY
1 8M0065029 VALVE, Exhaust
2 832990T3 VALVE, Intake
3 26-858271 SEAL
4 24-893552 SPRING, Valve - Outer
5 822650 RETAINER
6 28-893554 KEY
7 898821A01 ROCKER ARM
8 10-825046 SCREW
9 11-826150 NUT
10 834780T1 SHAFT, Rocker
11 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Plug
12 893560 BRACKET
13 24-893562 SPRING
14 893561 BRACKET
15 24-854713 SPRING
16 27-893645 GASKET
17 17-859575 PIN
18 10-875218 SCREW, (M8 x 23)
19 24-893563 SPRING, Overload
Key, Choke and Horn Kit, 15000A14 (12 parts) Key, Choke and Horn Kit, 15000A14
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 15000A14 KEY SWITCH KIT, Remote Ignition
NS 86-8M0204694 CONNECTOR
1 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Housing
2 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Key Switch Kit Comment: Uses 89491 Series Keys
4 11-879755 NUT, Special - Black Nylon
5 16564A1 HORN ASSEMBLY, Warning
6 10-47994 SCREW, (#10 x 1.50), Top
7 10-62568 SCREW, (#10-16 x .375), Housing
8 54-816311T TIE STRAP, (8.00 Inches)
9 13541 PLUG, Male
10 15097 SHEET, Neoprene
11 90468A1 COVER ASSEMBLY, Key
Manual Starter (33 parts) Manual Starter
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 835253T14 HOUSING ASSEMBLY
1 835253A12 HOUSING ASSEMBLY, Recoil
2 8167122 CAM
3 24-8267911 SPRING
4 8M0026455 SEAL
5 835256T ROLLER
6 23-852987T BUSHING
7 826414T WASHER
8 10-82684430 SCREW, (M6 x 30)
9 13-826229 LOCKWASHER
10 24-86857T01 SPRING
11 50-854317T5 SHEAVE ASSEMBLY, Starter
12 868501 CAM
13 24-86851T02 SPRING
14 53-86849T01 RING, Retaining
15 24-868523 SPRING
16 86853T01 CAM
17 10-826253 SCREW, (.250-20 x .625)
18 50-12066Q10 ROPE
19 856073 LEVER, Interlock
20 856072T RETAINER
21 24-856138T03 SPRING
22 854779T BUSHING
23 10-8182491 SCREW, (#10-16 x 1.00)
24 85174A1 HANDLE ASSEMBLY
25 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Retainer
26 10-8248326 SCREW, (M6 x 25 MM)
27 856754003 CABLE, Interlock, Included with complete Recoil Starter Assembly
28 10-40011107 SCREW, (M5 x 16) Stainless Steel, Included with complete Recoil Starter Assembly
29 12-73288 WASHER, (.220 x .500 x .030) Stainless Steel
30 18-26811 COTTER PIN
31 10-40011107 SCREW, (M5 x 16) Stainless Steel
32 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, DECAL, EPA (2009 & Up) Comment: (Contact Mercury Marine Warranty Administration for Replacement-Service Bulletin 2009-18)
Manual Tilt (15 parts) Manual Tilt
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 25-893922A01 O-RING KIT
1 8M0118572 SHOCK ROD KIT
2 893903A01 PISTON KIT
3 25-893917A01 REBUILD KIT, O-Ring
4 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, O Ring
5 893918A01 CYLINDER KIT
6 893919A01 SCREW/SEAL KIT
7 893920A01 ACCUMULATOR KIT
8 893921A01 VALVE BODY KIT
9 893923A01 CAM KIT
10 893924A01 VALVE KIT
11 893925A01 REPAIR KIT
12 8M0207768 CABLE ASSEMBLY, Ground
13 17-19607 PIN
14 17-821539 PIN, Trilobe
Powerhead Gasket Set Components (2 parts) Powerhead Gasket Set Components
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 27-825231A02 GASKET SET, Engine
0 8M0151048 SEAL, Crankshaft-Bottom
Service/Support Material (1 parts) Service/Support Material
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, DECAL, EPA (2009 & Up) Comment: (Contact Mercury Marine Warranty Administration for Replacement-Service Bulletin 2009-18)
Shift Linkage (16 parts) Shift Linkage
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
1 8M0001557 SLIDE, Shift
2 12016A2 DETENT/SPRING KIT
3 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Spring-Compression, Detent
4 8M0001157 PIN, Bow Tie Clip
5 12-35462 WASHER, (.2656 x .625 x .0625) Stainless Steel
6 12-8M0204649 WASHER, (.281 x .500 x .060) Stainless Steel
7 18-210711 COTTER PIN
8 8M0005914 ROD, Shift
9 11-401386 NUT, (M6) Stainless Steel
10 8M0007151 LINK, Shift
11 23-892263 BUSHING
12 8M0192159 BRACKET, Shift Link
13 10-8M0204706 SCREW, (M6 x 20)
14 8M0091611 SHIFT SHAFT, Upper - Short
15 23-74647 NYLINER
16 888823001 SHIFT DETENT ASSEMBLY
Steering Arm (17 parts) Steering Arm
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
1 11-896963 NUT, (M12)
2 893773002 STRAP, Upper Mount
3 8M0224385 MOUNT, Upper
4 10-8M0204741 SCREW, (M6 x 20) Stainless Steel
5 8M0156878 BUMPER
6 53-89531 RING, Retaining
7 8M0118183 ARM, Steering
8 10-898835001 BOLT, (M12 x 154)
9 23-8279971 SPACER Comment: Long
10 8M0219911 SWIVEL TUBE ASSEMBLY, Long
11 84-88238T01 CABLE ASSEMBLY, Steering Arm to Driveshaft Housing
12 8M0207768 CABLE ASSEMBLY, Ground, Steering Arm to Swivel Bracket
13 10-8M0103829 SCREW, (M10 x 120)
14 893703 STRAP, Lower Mount
15 10-878607 SCREW, (#10-16 x .375)
16 11-40140 NUT, (M10)
17 12-4002319 WASHER
Swivel Bracket (17 parts) Swivel Bracket
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
1 1401-850066T01 SWIVEL BRACKET
2 23-19606 BEARING, Trim Pin
3 22-8M0169589 FITTING, Grease
4 37-8237011 DECAL, Co-Pilot
5 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Decal-Serial Overlaminate
6 23-821777 BUSHING, Lower
7 26-8M0205512 SEAL, Lower
8 10-4008910 SCREW, (M8 x 10) Stainless Steel
9 23-8217711 BUSHING, Upper
10 11-8M0204726 NUT, (.375-24) Brass
11 823792 LEVER, Co-Pilot
12 12-29330 WASHER
13 821961 ROD, Co-Pilot - Threaded
14 8M0006845 PLATE/DISC ASSEMBLY, Brake
15 8M0007471 PLATE, Swivel Head
16 8165621 DISC, Friction
17 10-768042 SHOULDER SCREW, Hex
Throttle Linkage (10 parts) Throttle Linkage
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
1 10-4010770 SCREW, (M8 x 70)
2 10-8147763 SCREW, (M6 x 60)
3 11-401196 NUT, (M6)
4 42942 CAP
5 822682A4 LEVER ASSEMBLY, Throttle
6 23-825078 BUSHING
7 8535853 CAM, Throttle
8 23-309772 SPACER
9 12-4002314 WASHER
10 10-40056107 SCREW, (M5 x 16)
Tiller Handle (41 parts) Tiller Handle
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 37-8M0032728 DECAL, Lanyard, Black
1 822148T06 COVER KIT
2 822150 PULLEY
3 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Case
4 10-878608 SCREW, (#10-16 x .500)
5 4324210 CABLE ASSEMBLY, Throttle (30.50 Inches)
6 4324211 CABLE ASSEMBLY, Throttle (41.50 Inches)
7 85-960099 SLEEVE, (12.00 Inches)
8 10-82526225 SCREW, (M8 x 25 MM)
9 8M0072298 COVER
10 23-821477 BUSHING
11 828813T1 ARM, Steering Handle
12 822441 RETAINER
13 10-40011107 SCREW, (M5 x 16) Stainless Steel
14 10-8M0204707 SCREW, (M6 x 25)
15 892995 LOCK, Throttle
16 24-96203 SPRING
17 821972T KNOB, Throttle
18 8M0138696 TILLER TUBE
19 37-8242004 DECAL
20 821465 HANDLE, Throttle
21 8M0221732 GRIP
22 87-8M0104614 SWITCH, Stop
23 10-82239312 SCREW, (M5 x 12)
24 12-8M0214930 WASHER
25 84-8M0088388 ALARM
26 823687 CLIP
27 87-11083A31 SWITCH, Stop
28 8M0032846 RETAINER, Brass
29 821455A4 BRACKET, Tiller
30 13-826792 WAVE WASHER
31 23-821477 BUSHING
32 12-827314 WASHER
33 32-828547633 CONDUIT, (.620 Inside Diameter x 3.00 Feet Bulk)
34 54-816311T TIE STRAP, (8.00 Inches)
35 37-82409316 DECAL, F-N-R Shift
36 15920Q54 LANYARD ASSEMBLY
37 10-8M0021519 SHOULDER SCREW, (10 x 20)
38 830180A01 HANDLE KIT, Shift
39 14-8M0009820 TAB WASHER
40 10-82484890 SCREW, (M10 x 90)
Tools 1 (23 parts) Tools 1
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
1 44357Q2 FLUSHING ATTACHMENT
2 802889Q1 PUMP, Crankcase Oil
3 91-802653Q02 WRENCH, Oil Filter
4 91-8M0161873 HOLDER TOOL, Flywheel
5 91-83164M FLYWHEEL PULLER
6 91-99379 TIMING LIGHT
7 91-890451 ADAPTOR TOOL, Direct Voltage
8 91-892647A01 MULTI-METER KIT, DMT 2004
9 91-823686A2 DIGITAL DIAGNOSTIC TESTER
10 91-8226086 CARTRIDGE
11 84-822560A7 HARNESS ASSEMBLY, Adaptor
12 84-822560A10 HARNESS ASSEMBLY, Adaptor
13 91-36392 GAUGE TOOL, Carburetor
14 91-809495001 REMOVER TOOL, Valve Guide
15 91-809496A1 INSTALLER TOOL, Valve Guide Bushing
16 91-809497A1 REAMER TOOL, Valve Guide
17 91-809494A1 COMPRESSOR TOOL, Valve Spring
18 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Valve Seat cutter Kit Comment: OBTAIN LOCALLY
19 FT2997 COMPRESSOR TOOL, Piston Ring
20 91-827001A1 STAND TOOL, Powerhead
21 91-24697 EXPANDER TOOL, Piston Ring
22 91-74951 SPANNER WRENCH
23 91-822778A3 DOWN PRESSURE KIT
Tools 2 (29 parts) Tools 2
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 91-31229A7 PULLER KIT, Bearing
24 91-63209 HEAT LAMP
25 31-85560 BEARING, Thrust
26 91-13779 REMOVER TOOL, Bearing
27 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Expanding rod (P/N-CG-41-11)
28 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Collet (P/N-CG-41-14)
29 11-24156 NUT, (.625-18)
30 12-34961 WASHER
31 91-29310 PLATE
32 91-31229 SHAFT
33 91-36571T WRENCH TOOL, Driveshaft Bearing
34 91-37323 DRIVER ROD TOOL, Needle Bearings
35 91-15755T MANDREL
36 91-36569T DRIVE HEAD TOOL
37 91-27780 PULLER
38 91-37241 PULLER PLATE
39 91-37312T DRIVER HEAD TOOL
40 91-817011T INSTALLER TOOL, Needle Bearing
41 91-83180M HOLDING TOOL, Driveshaft
42 91-825197T INSTALLER TOOL, Oil Seal
43 91-817007T INSTALLER TOOL, Seal
44 91-825198 MANDREL
45 91-825199 PILOT
46 91-825200A1 HOOK TOOL, Spring
47 91-826872 INSTALLER TOOL, Bearing
48 FT8950 TESTER KIT
49 91-12349A05 TOOL, Pinion Locating
50 91-13945 INSTALLATION TOOL, Bearing
51 91-13949 DRIVER TOOL, Oil Seal
Tools 3 (17 parts) Tools 3
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 91-8M0162977 TOOL KIT, Included with Engine - Includes Spark Plug Wrench
52 91-14308T02 TOOL KIT, Bearing Race
53 91-14309T02 INSTALLATION TOOL, Bearing
54 91-14310T1 WEAR SLEEVE INSTALLATION TOOL
55 91-14311A04 TOOL, Preload
56 91-8M0053505 INDICATOR TOOL, Backlash
57 91-31106T MANDREL, Bearing Driver Cup
58 91-31108T DRIVER, Oil Seal
59 91-34569A1 PULLER ASSEMBLY, Slide Hammer
60 91-46086A1 PULLER JAW ASSEMBLY
61 91-37350T MANDREL
62 91-56775T HOLDING TOOL, Driveshaft
63 91-58222A1 DIAL INDICATOR TOOL
64 91-85716 PULLER TOOL
65 91-83155 ADAPTER KIT, Dial Indicator
66 91-83165T PULLER ASSEMBLY
67 91-856875A1 INSTALLATION TOOL, Bearing
Top Cowl (11 parts) Top Cowl
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 37-8M0012388 DECAL, 40
1 100-8M0118169 TOP COWL ASSEMBLY, Mariner
2 8M0118172 CAP, Air Dam - Mariner
3 10-8M0103805 SCREW, (M6 x 16 MM) Stainless Steel
4 8M0006055 BRACKET
5 826291T02 BRACKET, Front Latch
6 10-8231871 SCREW, (M4 x 14.5)
7 12-89302 WASHER, (.203 x .406 x .040)
8 11-400632 NUT
9 834786A05 SOUND BLANKET KIT
10 8M0109278 SEAL
Transom Bracket (37 parts) Transom Bracket
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
1 3418-822866T04 BRACKET, Transom - Port
2 22-8M0169588 FITTING, Grease
3 17-99604 PIN, Groove
4 3418-822865T05 BRACKET, Transom - Starboard
5 893704T01 LEVER, Tilt Lock
6 24-99622 SPRING
7 23-65830 NYLINER
8 24-812708 SPRING
9 8M0007470 KNOB
10 17-8M0021914 PIN , (.125 x 30 mm)
11 12-19619 WASHER
12 18486A08 BRACKET KIT, Anchor
13 97-818298Q1 ANODE KIT
14 10-8M0204707 SCREW, (M6 x 25)
15 12-8M0204649 WASHER, (.281 x .500 x .060) Stainless Steel
16 10-85594030 SCREW, (M8 x 30) Comment: Included with Anchor Bracket Kit
17 10-8M0000586 SCREW, (M8 x 35) Comment: Included with Anchor Bracket Kit
18 12-843108 WASHER, (.330 x .560 x .060) Stainless Steel Comment: Included with Anchor Bracket Kit
19 11-401388 NUT, (M8) Stainless Steel
20 17-8M0026068 PIN ASSEMBLY, Tilt Lock
21 24-821461 SPRING
22 8M0041938 TILT TUBE
23 11-858869 NUT, (.875-14)
24 10-814259 SCREW, (.500-20 x 4.00)
25 12-8M0204648 WASHER, (1.5 x 3.05 x 0.13) Stainless Steel
26 11-82671117 NUT, (.500-20)
27 8M0084737 LINK
28 19615A05 LEVER ASSEMBLY, Tilt
29 23-812707 BUSHING
30 12-8M0042643 WASHER, (.520 x .850 x .060) Nylon - Black
31 13-99611 WAVE WASHER
32 8M0007469 TILT KNOB
33 10-19611 SCREW, (.375-16 x .62)
34 10-4009040 SCREW, (M10 x 40) Stainless Steel
35 12-4002319 WASHER
36 11-40140 NUT, (M10)
37 37-830253 DECAL, Tilt Lock
Trim Switch Kit (8 parts) Trim Switch Kit
Ref OEM Part # Part Name
- 87-18286A18 SWITCH KIT, Trim (10.00 Feet)
1 18861 RETAINER
2 814820 ADAPTOR
3 NSS NOT SOLD SEPARATE, Switch
4 88-8M0207796 FUSE, 20 Ampere
5 84-95084A2 CABLE ASSEMBLY
6 84-11149A2 CABLE ASSEMBLY, (6.00 Inches)
7 10-813523 SCREW, (#10-16 x 2.25)

100-Hour / Annual Service Checklist

Regular maintenance keeps your Mercury 40 CARB (3 CYL.)(4-STROKE) running reliably season after season. Most of these tasks can be performed with basic tools and the factory service manual.

  1. Replace water pump impeller and inspect wear plate
  2. Change engine oil and oil filter (check drain plug washer)
  3. Replace spark plugs and check ignition timing
  4. Drain and refill lower unit gear oil; inspect for water contamination
  5. Inspect fuel lines, primer bulb, and fuel filter for deterioration
  6. Check and replace sacrificial anodes (zinc or aluminum)
  7. Inspect propeller for damage; check shaft seal and cotter pin
  8. Check valve clearance (refer to service manual for specifications)
  9. Lubricate all grease points (steering, tilt tube, shift linkage)
  10. Inspect control cables and throttle/shift linkage for smooth operation
  • Pro Tip: Always flush the engine with fresh water after saltwater use — even a quick 10-minute flush significantly extends component life.
  • Pro Tip: Use fuel stabilizer in the tank before winter storage, and fog the cylinders to prevent internal corrosion during extended periods of non-use.

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