Mercury – Fuel Filter Kit | 4-Stroke Outboard Maintenance | Precision Filtration | 8M0168897

Overview

There’s a certain comfort that comes with knowing your engine is breathing clean, reliable fuel—especially when you’re miles from the ramp and the wind starts to shift. The Quicksilver 8M0168897 Fuel Filter Kit is one of those small but essential pieces that keeps your boat running steady, smooth and full of confidence. When you drop the throttle and your Mercury 4-Stroke responds without hesitation, that’s the kind of reassurance every boater wants. Clean fuel isn’t glamorous, but it’s the heart of a great day on the water.

Key Features

• Replacement fuel filter element and gasket for select Mercury 75–115hp 4-Stroke outboards
• 10-micron filtration for strong fuel flow and reliable contaminant removal
• Helps block water, dirt and debris that can reduce horsepower and performance
• Designed as a direct on-engine filter replacement
• Simple installation with basic tools

Engine & Boat Compatibility

• Fits Mercury 75hp, 90hp and 115hp 4-Stroke outboards
• Compatible with both fishing and recreational setups, including pontoons, aluminum runabouts, bay boats and small center consoles
• Suitable for freshwater and saltwater applications
• Matches engines using the factory on-engine fuel element style

Performance & Practical Benefits

Clean fuel is one of the quiet heroes of engine performance, and this filter makes sure you get exactly that. The 10-micron media captures moisture and fine debris before they ever reach your injectors, helping prevent hesitation, hard starts and power loss. You’ll notice smoother acceleration, steadier idle and more reliable operation in choppy conditions.

Because the kit includes the filter element and gasket only, you’re replacing exactly what needs attention without excess parts or complications. Installation is quick—something you can do during a routine service with nothing more than the tools already in your garage. Once in place, the filter helps your engine stay protected through long hours on the water, seasonal fishing trips or family cruising weekends.

This is the type of maintenance that not only protects your boat, but also keeps you from losing valuable time dealing with clogged systems or engine issues when you should be out enjoying the day.

Why Buy OEM

Choosing an OEM Quicksilver filter isn’t about brand loyalty—it’s about protecting your investment. Mercury designs its filters around precise fuel system tolerances, and aftermarket versions often fall short in flow rate, filtration accuracy or gasket quality. Using OEM ensures:

• The right fit the first time
• Cleaner fuel and better engine longevity
• Components that meet Mercury’s strict engineering and durability standards
• Peace of mind that your maintenance supports—not compromises—your engine’s performance

A small price for big reliability.

FAQ

Q1: Which Mercury engines does the 8M0168897 kit fit?

It fits select Mercury 75–115hp 4-Stroke outboards that use the on-engine replaceable filter element.

Q2: What makes this different from aftermarket fuel filters?

Quicksilver uses precise 10-micron filtration media and OEM-grade gaskets that match Mercury’s exact fuel system specifications. Many aftermarket options do not.

Q3: How do I confirm this is the right filter for my outboard?

Check your owner’s manual or compare part numbers stamped on your existing filter element.

Q4: Can it be used in both saltwater and freshwater?

Yes—this filter is engineered for all marine environments and helps guard against water contamination.

Q5: Is installation straightforward?

Definitely. Most boaters can install it with basic hand tools in just a few minutes.