1988-1995 Mercury Force 5HP Outboards Service Manual, 90-823263 793, Page 17Get this manual
234 Remove hose clamp with hose clamp pliers (Special Tool NoFT-8900)hose (A) and drain fuel into approved containerRemove fuel tank fitting (8)
Inspect filter (A) for damage or dirtIf fi Iter Is clogged with debris, clean with suitable solventIf filter is damaged in any way, replace fuel tank fittingInstall fuel line and engine cover