{"product_id":"mercury-quicksilver-water-separating-fuel-filter-fits-mercury-mariner-v-6-efi-dfi-1996-newer-35-18458q4","title":"Mercury – Quicksilver Water Separating Fuel Filter Kit | Fuel System Component | Corrosion-Resistant Steel | 18458Q4","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"122\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"120\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eMercury – Quicksilver Water Separating Fuel Filter Kit | Fuel System Component | Corrosion-Resistant Steel | 18458Q4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"127\" data-start=\"124\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"147\" data-start=\"129\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"145\" data-start=\"133\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"667\" data-start=\"148\"\u003eClean fuel means a healthy engine, and the \u003cstrong data-end=\"262\" data-start=\"191\"\u003eMercury Marine 18458Q4 Quicksilver Water Separating Fuel Filter Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e makes sure of it. Designed for \u003cstrong data-end=\"349\" data-start=\"294\"\u003e1996 and newer Mercury and Mariner V6 EFI outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e, this kit combines a \u003cstrong data-end=\"396\" data-start=\"371\"\u003e10-micron fuel filter\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-end=\"433\" data-start=\"404\"\u003eblue water warning sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e to keep contaminants and moisture out of your fuel system. It’s engineered to deliver dependable protection, smooth performance, and easy maintenance — the kind of quality that keeps your outboard running strong through every trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"672\" data-start=\"669\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"696\" data-start=\"674\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"694\" data-start=\"678\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"787\" data-start=\"699\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"711\" data-start=\"699\"\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removes water and impurities from your fuel before they reach the engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"896\" data-start=\"790\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"801\" data-start=\"790\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a \u003cstrong data-end=\"856\" data-start=\"813\"\u003e10-micron canister-style filter element\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong data-end=\"893\" data-start=\"863\"\u003eblue screw-in water sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1015\" data-start=\"899\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"912\" data-start=\"899\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built from \u003cstrong data-end=\"953\" data-start=\"924\"\u003ecorrosion-resistant steel\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-end=\"985\" data-start=\"959\"\u003einternal epoxy coating\u003c\/strong\u003e and durable exterior paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1131\" data-start=\"1018\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1034\" data-start=\"1018\"\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captures fine particles and separates water for cleaner combustion and better fuel efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1220\" data-start=\"1134\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1154\" data-start=\"1134\"\u003eEase of Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simple to replace annually or every \u003cstrong data-end=\"1204\" data-start=\"1191\"\u003e100 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1346\" data-start=\"1343\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1385\" data-start=\"1348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1383\" data-start=\"1352\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1469\" data-start=\"1388\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1441\" data-start=\"1401\"\u003eMercury and Mariner V6 EFI outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e built \u003cstrong data-end=\"1466\" data-start=\"1448\"\u003e1996 and later\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1574\" data-start=\"1472\"\u003eCommonly used on \u003cstrong data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"1489\"\u003eoffshore fishing boats, center consoles, performance cruisers, and sport boats\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1644\" data-start=\"1577\"\u003ePerforms equally well in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1630\" data-start=\"1602\"\u003efreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/strong\u003e conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1724\" data-start=\"1647\"\u003eCompatible with systems using the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1707\" data-start=\"1681\"\u003eblue-plug water sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1729\" data-start=\"1726\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1773\" data-start=\"1731\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1771\" data-start=\"1735\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2027\" data-start=\"1774\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"1805\" data-start=\"1778\"\u003e18458Q4 Fuel Filter Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers the clean, dry fuel your engine depends on. Its \u003cstrong data-end=\"1891\" data-start=\"1863\"\u003e10-micron filter element\u003c\/strong\u003e traps dirt, rust, and debris, while the water sensor monitors for moisture buildup, helping prevent corrosion and fuel contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2364\" data-start=\"2029\"\u003eWith a strong internal coating and corrosion-resistant exterior, it’s designed for long life in harsh marine environments. You’ll notice the difference — smoother acceleration, fewer fuel-related issues, and better engine reliability over time. Replacing it regularly keeps your outboard running clean and efficient, trip after trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2369\" data-start=\"2366\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2392\" data-start=\"2371\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2390\" data-start=\"2375\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2661\" data-start=\"2393\"\u003eFuel filtration is not a place to cut corners. Off-brand filters can collapse, leak, or fail to properly separate water from fuel. The \u003cstrong data-end=\"2551\" data-start=\"2528\"\u003eQuicksilver 18458Q4\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2588\" data-start=\"2557\"\u003egenuine Mercury Marine part\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed and tested specifically for Mercury and Mariner EFI systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2911\" data-start=\"2663\"\u003eEach filter meets Mercury’s exact flow, pressure, and filtration standards — the same standards used on new engines at the factory. OEM parts ensure a perfect fit, consistent performance, and protection you can trust when you’re miles from shore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2916\" data-start=\"2913\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2931\" data-start=\"2918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2929\" data-start=\"2922\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3077\" data-start=\"2933\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2975\" data-start=\"2933\"\u003eQ1: Which engines use this filter kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2978\" data-start=\"2975\"\u003eIt fits \u003cstrong data-end=\"3041\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003e1996 and newer Mercury and Mariner V6 EFI outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e using the blue water sensor plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3234\" data-start=\"3079\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3114\" data-start=\"3079\"\u003eQ2: What’s included in the kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3117\" data-start=\"3114\"\u003eThe kit includes the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3183\" data-start=\"3138\"\u003e10-micron water-separating filter element\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"3195\" data-start=\"3185\"\u003eo-ring\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"3231\" data-start=\"3201\"\u003eblue screw-in water sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3366\" data-start=\"3236\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3274\" data-start=\"3236\"\u003eQ3: How often should I replace it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3277\" data-start=\"3274\"\u003eReplace it \u003cstrong data-end=\"3307\" data-start=\"3288\"\u003eevery 100 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of operation or \u003cstrong data-end=\"3336\" data-start=\"3324\"\u003eannually\u003c\/strong\u003e during regular maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3587\" data-start=\"3368\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3431\" data-start=\"3368\"\u003eQ4: What’s the difference between this and the 18458Q3 kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3434\" data-start=\"3431\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"3449\" data-start=\"3438\"\u003e18458Q3\u003c\/strong\u003e has a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3472\" data-start=\"3456\"\u003eblack sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e for older (1995 and earlier) engines; the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3526\" data-start=\"3515\"\u003e18458Q4\u003c\/strong\u003e features a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3553\" data-start=\"3538\"\u003eblue sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e for 1996 and newer EFI systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3738\" data-start=\"3589\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3630\" data-start=\"3589\"\u003eQ5: Is it suitable for saltwater use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3633\" data-start=\"3630\"\u003eYes. 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