🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Mercury Mercruiser

Model:

GM V6 262 CID 4.3L Marine Engine

Year:

1999-2006

Generation:

N/A

📋 Manual Details

Source:

MyGreenManuals.com

Delivery Method:

Instant Download

Format:

PDF

Protection Policy:

Lifetime Protection Policy (if lost or damaged)

Coverage Description:

Covers General Information, Routine Maintenance, Engine Removal and Installation, Fuel System, Lubrication and Cooling System, Engine Specifications, Transmission, Drive Chain & Sprockets, Steering System, Shocks, Body Work, Intake & Exhaust, Electrical System, Advanced Troubleshooting, and more.

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Displacement:

262 cubic inches (4.3 Liters)

Engine Type:

V6

Engine Family:

GM

Cooling System Type:

Marine (Closed or Raw Water Cooling)

Fuel Delivery:

Fuel Injection (likely MPI)

Ignition System:

Electronic Ignition

Horsepower:

Varies by specific model and year (typically 190-220 HP)

Torque:

Varies by specific model and year

🔧 Transmission

Drive Type:

Marine Sterndrive or Inboard

Gearbox Type:

Mercruiser Sterndrive or Velvet Drive/ZF Inboard Transmission

Gear Ratio:

Varies by specific drive/transmission model

🔧 Maintenance

Engine Oil Capacity:

Approximately 5 quarts (4.7 liters) - consult manual for exact amount and type

Engine Oil Type:

Marine grade oil (e.g., SAE 25W-40)

Scheduled Maintenance Interval:

Annual or every 100-200 operating hours (consult manual)

Coolant Type:

Propylene Glycol or Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze (seasonal requirements)

Spark Plug Type:

Specific to engine model (consult manual)

Fuel Filter Replacement:

Regularly scheduled (consult manual)

Serpentine Belt Inspection:

Regularly scheduled (consult manual)