MerCruiser 496 MAG Bravo, User Manual

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Section 5 - Maintenance
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3. Fill to full line with specified fluid.
IMPORTANT: If fluid is not visible in pump, contact your authorized Mercury MerCruiser
dealer.
Filling
1. Remove the fill cap/dipstick and observe the level.
2. Add the specified fluid to bring the fluid level up to the proper range.
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
28
Dexron III Automatic
Transmission Fluid
Power steering system Obtain Locally
114
Power Trim and Steering Fluid Power steering system 92-858074K01
3. Reinstall the fill cap/dipstick.
Changing
Power steering fluid does not require changing unless it becomes contaminated with water
or debris. Contact your authorized Mercury MerCruiser dealer.
Engine Coolant
Checking
!
WARNING
Allow the engine to cool down before removing the coolant pressure cap. A sudden loss
of pressure could cause hot coolant to boil and discharge violently. After the engine has
cooled, turn the cap 1/4 turn to allow any pressure to escape slowly, then push down and
turn the cap all the way off.
1. With the engine at normal operating temperature, check the coolant level in the coolant
recovery bottle.
a
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a - Coolant recovery bottle
2. Add the specified fluid as necessary.
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
122
Extended Life Antifreeze/
Coolant
Closed Cooling System 92-877770K1