Mercury 35-802893T 25 Micron Water Separating Fuel Filter

Mercury 35-802893T Water Separating Fuel Filter for Remote Mount Systems

The Mercury 35-802893T Water Separating Fuel Filter is a genuine OEM replacement filter canister for remote mounted water separating fuel filter systems. This filter helps keep harmful debris and water from reaching the engine fuel system, helping support proper performance, efficiency, and reliability.

Designed for marine fuel system use, this replacement filter canister is used in many Mercury outboard and MerCruiser applications equipped with remote mounted water separating fuel filter kits. Replace the filter at least once each season, before winterizing, or as recommended in your owner’s manual based on engine use.

Product Features:

• Genuine OEM Mercury water separating fuel filter
• Replacement filter canister for remote mount filter systems
• Helps separate water and contaminants from fuel
• Helps prevent harmful debris from reaching the engine fuel system
• Designed for compatible Mercury outboard and MerCruiser applications
• For use with 2-cycle and 4-cycle engines where specified
• Does not filter out 2-cycle oil
• Recommended replacement interval is once per season or as stated in your owner’s manual

Product Details:

• Brand: Mercury
• Manufacturer Part Number: 35-802893T
• OEM Part Number: 802893T
• Part Type: Water Separating Fuel Filter Canister
• Application: Remote mounted water separating fuel filter systems
• Quantity: One fuel filter

Fits Select Applications:

• Mercury outboards equipped with compatible remote mounted water separating fuel filter bases
• Mariner outboards equipped with compatible remote mounted water separating fuel filter bases
• Force outboards equipped with compatible remote mounted water separating fuel filter bases
• Most MerCruiser applications using compatible remote mounted water separating fuel filter systems

Does Not Fit:

• 1992 MerCruiser 4.3L Gen II engines equipped with an in-line fuel filter
• 1.6L Vazer engines
• 3.0L MPI engines
• Applications that do not use a compatible remote mounted water separating fuel filter base

Interchange:

• Sierra 18-7945

General Installation Steps:

• Unscrew the old filter and clean the mounting base.
• Make sure the old gasket is removed from the mounting base.
• Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the new filter gasket.
• Make sure the gasket is seated properly in the base of the filter.
• To help prevent air from entering the fuel system, fill the filter with fuel if recommended for your application.
• Screw the filter on until the gasket contacts the base, then tighten 2/3 to 1 full turn.
• Run the engine and check for leaks.

Maintenance Note: Replace this fuel filter once each season, before winterizing, every 100 hours where recommended, or according to the service interval listed in your owner’s manual.

Fitment Note: Fuel filter fitment should be verified by engine model, fuel filter base style, serial number, parts diagram, existing filter part number, and fuel system configuration before ordering. Please confirm this water separating fuel filter is correct for your Mercury, Mariner, Force, or MerCruiser application before purchasing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Mercury 35-802893T Water Separating Fuel Filter do?

The Mercury 35-802893T Water Separating Fuel Filter is a genuine OEM replacement filter canister for remote mounted water separating fuel filter systems. It helps separate water and contaminants from fuel before they reach the engine fuel system, supporting proper fuel system performance and reliability.

What applications does the Mercury 35-802893T fuel filter fit?

This filter is designed for compatible remote mounted water separating fuel filter systems used with select Mercury, Mariner, Force, and MerCruiser applications. Fitment should be verified by engine model, fuel filter base style, serial number, parts diagram, existing filter part number, and fuel system configuration.

How often should the Mercury 35-802893T Water Separating Fuel Filter be replaced?

The filter should be replaced at least once each season, before winterizing, every 100 hours where recommended, or according to the service interval specified in your owner’s manual. The appropriate replacement schedule can vary based on the engine and its use.

How do you install the Mercury 35-802893T fuel filter?

Remove the old filter and clean the mounting base, making sure the old gasket is removed. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the new gasket and seat it properly. Install the filter until the gasket contacts the base, then tighten it 2/3 to 1 full turn. Run the engine and check for leaks.

Does the Mercury 35-802893T filter remove two-cycle oil from fuel?

No. The Mercury 35-802893T Water Separating Fuel Filter helps separate water and contaminants from fuel but does not filter out two-cycle oil. It is designed for compatible remote mounted water separating fuel filter systems used with specified two-cycle and four-cycle engine applications.

Which applications does the Mercury 35-802893T Water Separating Fuel Filter not fit?

This filter does not fit 1992 MerCruiser 4.3L Gen II engines equipped with an in-line fuel filter, 1.6L Vazer engines, 3.0L MPI engines, or applications that do not use a compatible remote mounted water separating fuel filter base. Verify fitment before ordering.

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