Section 5 - Maintenance
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eng
MARCH 2011
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16. Push the filter element into the cover until it is locked. Listen for a click.
Engine coolant oil cooler
Seawater oil cooler
a -
Oil filter cover
b -
O‑ring
c -
Filter element
17. Install the cover with the new filter element into the oil filter housing. Turn the oil filter cover until the sealing surface contacts
the housing.
18. Tighten the cover to specification.
IMPORTANT: Overtightening the cover may cause an oil leak.
Engine Coolant Oil Cooler
Description
Nm
lb–in.
lb–ft
Engine oil filter housing cover
25.0
–
18.0
Seawater Oil Cooler
Description
Nm
lb–in.
lb–ft
Engine oil filter housing cover
22.5
–
16.0
19. Remove the oil fill cap and refill the engine with new oil. See
Filling
.
IMPORTANT: When refilling the engine with oil, always use the dipstick to determine how much oil is required.
20. Replace and secure the oil fill cap.
21. Start the engine and check for leaks.
Alpha Sterndrive Gear Lube
Sterndrive Gear Lube
NOTICE
Discharge of oil, coolant, or other engine/drive fluids into the environment is restricted by law. Use caution not to spill oil, coolant,
or other fluids into the environment when using or servicing your boat. Be aware of the local restrictions governing the disposal
or recycling of waste, and contain and dispose of fluids as required.
Checking
NOTE: The gear lube level will fluctuate during operation. The gear lube level should be checked with the engine cold, before
starting.
a
b
c
a
a
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