MerCruiser Axius 350 MAG, User Manual

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Section 5 - Maintenance
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CHANGING FILTER
1. Remove and discard oil filter.
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2. Coat sealing ring on new filter with engine oil and install.
3. Tighten oil filter securely (following filter manufacturer's instructions). Do not
overtighten.
4. Remove oil fill cap.
IMPORTANT: Always use dipstick to determine exactly how much oil is required.
5. Add recommended engine oil to bring level up to the bottom of the OK range on the
dipstick.
6. With the boat at rest in the water, check the oil level and add specified fluid to bring the
oil level up to, but not over, the full or OK range.
NOTE: Adding 0.95 liters (1 quart) of engine oil will raise the level from the add mark to the
top of the OK range.
Engine Model Engine Oil Capacity Fluid type
Axius 5.0, 5/7 and Axius SeaCore 5.0,
5.7
4.25 liters (4.5 U.S. qt.)
Mercury/Quicksilver Synthetic Blend
MerCruiser Engine Oil 25W‑40
7. Start the engine, run the engine for three minutes, and check for leaks. Stop the engine.
Allow approximately 5 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan.
8. With the boat at rest in the water, check the oil level.
Steering Fluid
Checking and Filling Steering Fluid
IMPORTANT: Use only specified lubricant.
IMPORTANT: Running the pump dry will damage the pump. Always check steering fluid
levels before operating the boat.
1. Stop the engine.
2. Center the sterndrive unit.
3. Using a clean, lint‑free cloth, wipe the dirt and debris from the fill cap and the exterior
of the fluid reservoir.
4. Remove the fill cap from the reservoir and observe the fluid level using the dipstick.