Mercury Racing HP565, Manual, Page: 96 / 151

MAINTENANCE
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9. Lubricate the O‑ring on the neck with High Performance
Gear Lubricant to ensure ease of installation and removal of
the cap.
10.Install the filler cap, being careful to not over‑tighten.
IMPORTANT: Check the reservoir bottle oil level after the first
use.
11.Heavily grease the propeller shaft with Extreme Grease.
Reinstall the propeller and tighten the nut to the specified
torque.
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Tube
Ref No.
Description Where Used Part No.
Extreme
Grease
Propeller shaft splines 8M0071842
Description Nm lb‑in. lb‑ft
Propeller nut 75 – 55
IMPORTANT: The oil level in the gear lube monitor will rise and
fall during drive operation. Always check the oil level when the
drive is cool and the engine is shut down.