1988-1995 Mercury Force 5HP Outboards Service Manual, 90-823263 793, Page 24Get this manual
HINSPECTING FUEL CAP AND GAUGE ASSEMBLY 123Inspect cap gasket (A) for signs of cracking and replace, if necessaryIf parts other than the cap gasket are damaged, replace the complete capRemove gauge assembly (8) from fuel tank
4Inspect gauge gasket (C) for signs of cracking and replace, if necessary567Inspect float (D) for damage and make sure it is not oil soaked Inspect pick-up tube (with screen) (E) for damageIf parts other than the gauge gasket (C) are damaged, replace the complete gauge assembly