MerCruiser Axius SeaCore 350 MAG, User Manual

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Section 5 - Maintenance
Page 74 90-899883169 DECEMBER 2007
4. Insert the hose end of the crankcase oil pump onto an appropriate container and, using
the handle, pump until the crankcase is empty.
5. Remove the pump.
6. Install the dipstick.
CHANGING FILTER
1. Remove and discard oil filter.
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Oil filter
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 L (1 qt) of engine oil will raise the level from the add mark to the top
of the OK range.
7. Start the engine, run the engine for three minutes, and check for leaks. Stop the engine.
Allow approximately five minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. The boat must be
at rest in the water.
Power Steering Fluid
Checking
1. Stop the engine and center the sterndrive unit.
2. Remove the fill cap/dipstick and observe the level.
a. Proper fluid level with engine at normal operating temperature should be within
the warm range.