Description
Mercury 8M0135210 Water Separating Fuel Filter MerCruiser 3.0L V6 Diesel
Help protect your MerCruiser diesel fuel system from damaging water and debris with the Mercury Precision 8M0135210 water separating fuel filter. Designed for MerCruiser 3.0L V6 VM diesel sterndrive and inboard engines, this OEM fuel filter helps support cleaner fuel flow, improved efficiency, and reliable engine performance.
Key Features
- Genuine Mercury Precision water separating fuel filter
- Fits MerCruiser 3.0L V6 diesel engines
- Designed for MCM/MIE 3.0L V6 VM diesel engine applications
- Helps keep damaging debris and water out of critical fuel system components
- Supports cleaner fuel flow for improved efficiency and engine economy
- Built for MerCruiser diesel sterndrive and inboard service applications
- Mercury parts are engineered, tested, and manufactured for fit, function, and performance
Fitment / Product Details
- Brand: Mercury Precision
- Part Number: 8M0135210
- BU Part ID: 8M0135210
- Product Type: Water Separating Fuel Filter / Diesel Fuel Filter
- Application: MerCruiser 3.0L V6 diesel sterndrive and inboard engines
- Engine Types: MCM/MIE 3.0L V6 VM diesel engines
- HP Range: Not horsepower-specific; verify by 3.0L V6 VM diesel engine model and serial number
- Serial Ranges: 3.0L VM V6 Sterndrive serial 70380001 & up; 3.0L VM V6 Inboard serial 70388501 & up where specified by supporting references
- Year Range: Not provided; verify by engine serial number, parts diagram, owner’s manual, or service manual
- UPC: 745061027633
- Country of Origin: CN
- Prop 65: Not provided in your supplied product data; some retail references display a California Prop 65 warning, so confirm your compliance requirement before publishing
- Package Dimensions: 7.55 in. L x 4.1 in. W x 4 in. H
- Package Weight: 1.34 lb
- Package Quantity: 1
- Brand Store Category: Parts
- Brand Store Subcategory: Fuel Filters
- Supersedes / Replaces: 35-8M0135210 where specified by supporting references
- Fitment Note: Confirm compatibility by Mercury part number, MerCruiser 3.0L V6 VM diesel engine model, sterndrive or inboard configuration, engine serial number, fuel system parts diagram, owner’s manual, or service manual before ordering.
What’s Included
- One Mercury Precision 8M0135210 water separating fuel filter
Expanded Fitment
- MerCruiser MCM 3.0L V6 VM diesel sterndrive engines where 8M0135210 is specified
- MerCruiser MIE 3.0L V6 VM diesel inboard engines where 8M0135210 is specified
- 3.0L VM V6 sterndrive applications with serial number 70380001 and up where specified
- 3.0L VM V6 inboard applications with serial number 70388501 and up where specified
- Not universal; verify exact fuel filter fitment by engine serial number and parts diagram before ordering
Why You Should Buy
- OEM Mercury Precision filter for reliable fit when matched to the correct MerCruiser diesel application
- Helps protect sensitive diesel fuel system components from water and debris
- Supports cleaner fuel delivery for dependable engine operation
- Ideal replacement during scheduled fuel filter service and preventive maintenance
- Correct service filter when your MerCruiser parts diagram specifies 8M0135210
Common Applications
- MerCruiser 3.0L V6 diesel fuel filter replacement
- MCM 3.0L V6 VM diesel sterndrive maintenance
- MIE 3.0L V6 VM diesel inboard maintenance
- Water separating fuel filter service
- Diesel fuel system protection from water and debris
- Routine marine engine preventive maintenance
FAQ
- What is Mercury 8M0135210? It is a Mercury Precision water separating fuel filter for MerCruiser 3.0L V6 VM diesel sterndrive and inboard engines.
- What engines does this filter fit? It fits MCM/MIE MerCruiser 3.0L V6 VM diesel engines where this part number is specified.
- Is this for gas or diesel engines? This listing is for MerCruiser 3.0L V6 diesel engine applications.
- What does a water separating fuel filter do? It helps separate water and capture debris before they can reach critical fuel system components.
- What serial ranges are commonly referenced? Supporting references list 3.0L VM V6 Sterndrive serial 70380001 and up, and 3.0L VM V6 Inboard serial 70388501 and up.
- What part number does this replace? Supporting references list 35-8M0135210 as superseded to 8M0135210 where specified.
- How often should this filter be replaced? Follow your MerCruiser maintenance schedule and replace it sooner if contaminated fuel, water intrusion, reduced performance, or fuel system service requires it.
- How do I confirm fitment? Confirm using Mercury part number 8M0135210, your MerCruiser engine model, engine serial number, fuel system parts diagram, owner’s manual, or service manual.



