Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions
Revision 6e
Page 37
Prior to Start Procedures
Oil Level (HOT)
Use only Mobil 1
®
Synthetic Motor Oil, (see “
Engine Specifications
” for correct viscosity)
The oil level indications on the dipstick are most accurate when the engine is sitting with
the crankshaft horizontal. Check the oil level with the engine not running and after the oil
has had a few minutes to settle back into the oil pan. The end of the dipstick shows a
range of oil levels that are acceptable, see fig. 21. If the oil cannot be seen clearly within
this range, add oil one quart at a time through the oil fill cap located on the front of the
port side valve cover until the desired level is achieved.
Be certain to check the engine oil level when the boat is in the “on plane” or level
position. The best time to do this is when the boat is on a trailer, or alternatively when
the boat is on a sling/hoist.
The oil dipstick is marked with the oil level that must be maintained. Failure to maintain
the correct oil level will ultimately lead to premature failure of the engine and the voiding
of the warranty. Too low of an oil level could cause the engine to lose oil pressure, which
may lead to significant and permanent engine damage. Too high an oil level can also
cause damage to the engine due to excessive oil aeration.
MIN
MAX
Fig. 21
Minimum Maximum
Oil Capacity
See “Maintenance –
Oil Change
”
