TURN-KEY STARTING (TKS) SYSTEM FOR CARBURETTOR ENGINES MerCruiser developed the new TKS System, which utilizes a redesigned carburettor with an automatic fuel-enrichment system instead of a traditional choke. TKS produces instant, eff ortless starts at the turn of a key – even in cold weather. Turn-key starting is now standard on all carburetted sterndrive and inboard engines.
ALPHA WATER DRAIN SYSTEM This water drain system is easy to access and operate. It’s available on all SmartCraft MPI models coupled to the Alpha® drive. EASY-ACCESS DRIVE LUBE MONITOR Easily accessed on all petrol sterndrive engines, the drive lubricant can be checked and refilled from inside the boat. Drive lube level is also electronically monitored through Engine Guardian or Audio Warning System.
EASY OIL DRAIN SYSTEMS Changing your boat’s engine oil has never been easier or faster. Our easy oil drain system is standard on all petrol sterndrive models. POWER TRIM XD Couples precise trim position with drive protection to cushion the drive unit during impact. A hydraulic memory system returns the drive to the previous trim position so you maintain steering control.
AUDIO WARNING SYSTEM Our Audio Warning System warns you of low oil pressure, high engine temperature, excessive transmission temperatures (inboards), and low drive lubricant (sterndrives). Standard on all petrol models.
FLUIDLY SMOOTH. DIGITALLY PRECISE Simply put, the Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS) System brings digital precision to the shifting process by totally eliminating traditional cables. Utilizing the power of our PCM 555 controller with a special purpose-built shift solenoid and electronic throttle body, DTS provides an uncommonly smooth, precise shifting feel with responsive throttle control – all with minimal eff ort. The system is now available on nine additional models in the MerCruiser line up, extending the options on Bravo sterndrive models from the 5.0 MPI to the 496 MAG HO and the 350 MAG and 8.1S HO inboards.
