Mercury – 100 Hour Maintenance Kit | FourStroke Series | Premium Components | 8M0097854

Overview

Any boater who puts long hours on the water knows the importance of routine maintenance. It is the kind of habit that pays you back every time your engine fires on the first turn and settles into that smooth, steady rumble you trust. The Mercury 8M0097854 100 Hour Maintenance Kit delivers that kind of confidence. It keeps your 2.1-liter Mercury FourStroke running clean, cool, and dependable—whether you are cruising the flats at sunrise or heading back in with a full cooler and a tired smile. There is real peace in knowing that your engine is protected long before problems ever start.

Key Features

• Includes key components needed for a 100-hour service
• Premium oil filter, fuel filter, and gearcase drain seal
• High-pleat filtration media for clean, efficient oil and fuel flow
• Rugged electroplated housings designed to resist corrosion
• Exact Mercury fitment for fast, secure installation

Engine & Boat Compatibility

This Mercury Marine part number 8M0097854 is designed for:

• 2.1-liter 75–115 horsepower FourStroke outboards
• Engines with serial number 2B094996 and higher

Common boats using these motors include:

• Center consoles
• Aluminum fishing boats
• Bay boats
• Pontoons
• Tiller rigs

If your setup depends on reliability across long weekends, changing weather, and varied loads, this kit fits right into the rhythm of your maintenance routine.

Performance & Practical Benefits

A good maintenance kit does more than check a box. It restores that steady, confident feeling behind the helm. With clean filters and fresh seals, fuel flow becomes smoother, throttle response tightens up, and the motor runs cooler and more efficient. It is the kind of difference you can feel when you push the throttle or settle into a long idle down a channel.

The filters in this kit are built with high internal pleat counts, giving them a larger surface area to trap contaminants while keeping oil and fuel moving freely. That means better protection and more hours of dependable performance. The corrosion-resistant housings hold up against salt, humidity, and the everyday wear that comes with marine use.

Installation is straightforward—everything fits the way it should. No awkward angles, no improvising, no wondering if a part is “close enough.” Once it is in, you will know your engine is ready for another hundred hours of clean, efficient running.

Why Buy OEM

Seasoned boaters tend to stick with OEM for a reason:

• Genuine Mercury engineering ensures proper fit and flow
• Long-term reliability reduces surprise repairs
• Maintains engine warranty and long-term value
• Designed to perform exactly as Mercury intended
• Saves time, frustration, and guesswork

It is a practical choice that keeps your engine running the way it was built to.

FAQ

Q1: Which engines does this maintenance kit fit?

It fits Mercury 2.1-liter 75–115 horsepower FourStroke engines with serial number 2B094996 and higher.

Q2: What makes this kit better than aftermarket?

Mercury OEM filters use higher-quality media, provide better flow, and are built to withstand demanding marine conditions.

Q3: How do I confirm this is the right kit?

Match your engine’s serial number to the range listed above. If it matches, this is the correct kit.

Q4: Can this be used in saltwater and freshwater?

Yes—this kit is designed for reliable performance in both environments.

Q5: Is installation easy for most owners?

Absolutely. Anyone comfortable performing basic engine maintenance can handle a 100-hour service with this kit.