BRP Evinrude E-TEC, Manual

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Oiling System
Oil System Requirements
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Oil System Requirements
Recommended Lubricants
Evinrude/Johnson XD100, XD50, or XD30 out-
board oils are recommended for use in
Evinrude
E-TEC outboards. If these oils are not available,
you must use a TC-W3 certified oil.
Evinrude/Johnson XD100 outboard oil is highly
recommended for all conditions and applications.
Engine Lubricant Below 32°F (0°C)
If the outboard will be operated in temperatures
below freezing (32°F, 0°C), use
Evinrude/Johnson
XD100 .
IMPORTANT:
For new outboards, test low oil
warning before filling oil tank.
Turn key switch to ON. The engine monitor warn-
ing display should show “LOW OIL.”
Add enough oil to raise level to at least one-quar-
ter capacity.
The “LOW OIL” warning should not display.
Components
The oiling system includes the following compo-
nents:
•
Oil tank
•
Oil injection pump and manifold assembly
•
Oil level switch
•
Electrical circuit
•
LOW OIL and NO OIL warning systems
•
Cylinder and crankcase
•
Oil recirculation system.
Oil Tank Assembly
The oil tank is mounted on the powerhead under
the engine cover. Oil level must be monitored.
3-Cylinder Models
Oil Tank Components:
•
Tank, 2.4 quart. (2.3 liter) capacity
•
Oil pickup and filter assembly
•
Oil injection pump and manifold assembly
•
LOW OIL switch
•
Oil distribution hoses
2-Cylinder Models
Oil Tank Components:
•
Tank, 2 quart. (1.87 liter) capacity
•
Oil pickup and filter assembly
•
Oil injection pump and manifold assembly
•
LOW OIL switch
NOTICE
Failure to follow these recommendations
could void the outboard warranty if a lubrica-
tion-related failure occurs.
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