Mercury Racing HP565, Manual, Page: 89 / 151

MAINTENANCE
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NOTE: To allow the oil to drain from the filter, loosen the filter
just enough to break the internal vacuum. Let the oil drain back
into the system for 15 minutes prior to completely removal of the
filter.
a - Crankcase oil filter
6. Remove the oil filter from the adaptor, and discard the old oil
filter and old sealing ring.
7. Coat the sealing ring on the new filter with motor oil, and
install a new sealing ring and filter.
8. Tighten the filter securely. Do not over‑tighten.
9. Remove the oil filler cap. Add oil to bring the level up to, but
not over, the "FULL" mark on the dipstick.
IMPORTANT: Always use the dipstick to determine exactly how
much oil is required.
a - Crankcase oil filler cap
Tube
Ref No.
Description Where Used Part No.
25W50
Synthetic
Blend 4-Stroke
Racing Engine
Oil
Crankcase 8M0078013
152
25W-50
Verado
FourStroke
Outboard Oil
Crankcase 92-858084K01
a
7984
a
7899
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