MerCruiser 3.0 TKS, User Manual

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Section 5 - Maintenance
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NOVEMBER 2010
3. Remove the dipstick and observe the oil level. Oil level must be between full or OK range and add. Reinstall dipstick into
dipstick tube.
Filling
IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the engine with oil.
IMPORTANT: Always use the dipstick to determine the exact quantity of oil or fluid required.
1. Remove oil fill cap.
a - Oil fill cap
IMPORTANT: Add the specified engine oil to bring the level up to, but not over, the full or OK range mark on the dipstick.
2. Add the specified engine oil to bring the level up to, but not over, the full or OK range mark on the dipstick. Recheck oil
level.
3. Replace the fill cap.
Engine Model Engine Oil Capacity Fluid type
4.3 TKS 3.8 liters (4 U.S. qt.)
Mercury Full‑Synthetic MerCruiser Oil 20W‑40 5.0 TKS
4.25 liters (4.5 U.S. qt.)
5.7 TKS
Changing Oil and Filter
Refer to the Maintenance schedule for the change interval. Engine oil should be changed before placing the boat in storage.
IMPORTANT: Change engine oil when the engine is warm from operation. Warm oil flows more freely, carrying away more
impurities. Use only recommended engine oil (refer to Specifications).
Easy Engine Oil Drain System
NOTE: Boat must be out of water to perform this procedure.
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