{"product_id":"mercury-quicksilver-flushing-attachment-fits-mercury-mariner-4-5-hp-2-cycle-f2-5-3-5-hp-fourstroke-f4-5-6-fourstroke-8-9-9-hp-fourstroke-outboards-16841q02","title":"Mercury – Quicksilver Engine Flushing Kit | Maintenance Accessory | Brass and Composite | 16841Q02","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"104\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"102\"\u003eMercury – Quicksilver Engine Flushing Kit | Maintenance Accessory | Brass and Composite | 16841Q02\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"109\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"129\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"127\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"705\"\u003eFlushing your outboard after every trip is one of the simplest ways to keep it running like new. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eMercury Marine 16841Q02 Quicksilver Engine Flushing Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e makes that routine quick and easy. Designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"398\"\u003eselect Mercury and Mariner 2.5–9.9 horsepower outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e, it attaches directly to the engine’s flushing port, allowing you to rinse salt, sand, or invasive material from internal cooling passages. It’s a straightforward tool that protects your engine from corrosion and build-up — the kind of easy maintenance step that saves you money and hassle down the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"710\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"827\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"749\"\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flushes internal cooling passages to remove salt, silt, and debris buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from \u003cstrong data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"896\"\u003edurable brass and composite components\u003c\/strong\u003e for a tight, corrosion-resistant fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eDesign Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eScrews directly into the flushing port\u003c\/strong\u003e on compatible Mercury and Mariner outboards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eUsage Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e For use \u003cstrong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eonly when the engine is not running\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents corrosion, improves cooling efficiency, and extends engine life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003eMercury and Mariner 2.5–9.9HP outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e including:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e2.5–3.5HP FourStroke (F2.5, F3.5)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e4–5HP TwoStroke\u003c\/strong\u003e models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e4–6HP FourStroke (0R411837 and below)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e8–9.9HP FourStroke (2005 and newer)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eIdeal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003esmall fishing boats, tenders, inflatables, and tiller setups\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003eSuitable for both \u003cstrong data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003efreshwater and saltwater environments\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003e16841Q02 Flushing Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e makes end-of-day maintenance simple. By connecting it to your outboard’s flushing port and running fresh water through the system (with the engine off), you can clear out salt, sand, and debris that would otherwise corrode or clog internal passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003eRoutine flushing not only protects your cooling system but also keeps your engine running cooler and longer. You’ll notice smoother starts, steadier temperatures, and better long-term reliability. It’s a small task that pays big dividends in performance and peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2451\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2782\"\u003eGeneric flushing kits can leak, corrode, or strip threads due to poor materials or sizing. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2594\"\u003eQuicksilver 16841Q02\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2631\"\u003egenuine Mercury Marine part\u003c\/strong\u003e, built for precise fit and long-lasting durability. Its brass fittings and reinforced body are designed for repeated use without seizing or leaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2784\" data-end=\"2989\"\u003eWhen you buy OEM, you’re getting a tool designed specifically for your engine — tested for pressure, fit, and flow rate. It’s a simple, affordable way to take care of your Mercury outboard the right way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3009\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3007\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3060\"\u003eQ1: Which engines does this flushing kit fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3063\"\u003eIt fits \u003cstrong data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3114\"\u003eMercury and Mariner 2.5–9.9HP outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e, including select TwoStroke and FourStroke models listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3296\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3231\"\u003eQ2: Can I use it while the engine is running?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3234\"\u003eNo. It’s designed for flushing with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3288\"\u003eengine off\u003c\/strong\u003e only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3436\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3344\"\u003eQ3: What does flushing do for my outboard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3344\" data-end=\"3347\"\u003eIt removes salt, sand, and contaminants that cause corrosion and clog cooling passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3567\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3479\"\u003eQ4: Is it suitable for saltwater use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3479\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003eYes — the brass and composite construction resist corrosion from salt and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3569\" data-end=\"3707\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3569\" data-end=\"3612\"\u003eQ5: How often should I flush my engine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3612\" data-end=\"3615\"\u003eAfter every saltwater trip or any time debris or silt may have entered the cooling system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46941239771427,"sku":"16841Q02","price":15.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/16841q02_main.jpg?v=1760631178","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-mx\/products\/mercury-quicksilver-flushing-attachment-fits-mercury-mariner-4-5-hp-2-cycle-f2-5-3-5-hp-fourstroke-f4-5-6-fourstroke-8-9-9-hp-fourstroke-outboards-16841q02","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}