MerCruiser Black Scorpion, User Manual

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Section 5 - Maintenance
90-865253070 JUNE 2007 Page 55
CHANGING FILTER
1. Remove and discard oil filter.
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In‑line exhaust V-drive exhaust
In‑line exhaust with remote oil filter
a - 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 liters (1 quart) of engine oil will raise the level from the add mark to the
top of the OK range.
Models Capacity Fluid Type
Engine Oil (With Filter)
4.25 liters
(4.5 U.S. Quart)
Mercury/Quicksilver Synthetic Blend MerCruiser Engine Oil
25W‑40