Section 5 - Maintenance
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3. Remove the dipstick and observe the oil level. Oil level must be in the operating range. Install the dipstick into the dipstick
tube.
Filling
IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the engine with oil.
IMPORTANT: Always use the dipstick to determine the exact quantity of oil required.
1. Remove the oil fill cap.
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Oil fill cap
2. Add the specified engine oil to bring the level up to, but not over, the operating range mark on the dipstick. Recheck the oil
level.
3. Replace the fill cap.
All Models
Capacity
Fluid Type
Engine oil (with filter)
6.5 L (7 US qt)
Mercury Full‑Synthetic MerCruiser
Engine Oil 20W‑40
Engine Oil and Filter
Replace the oil filter at every oil change.
See
Maintenance Schedule
for the change interval. Engine oil should be changed before placing the boat in storage.
IMPORTANT: Change engine oil when the engine is warm from operation. Warm oil flows more freely, carrying away more
impurities. Use only recommended engine oil (refer to the Specifications section).
Oil Removal with Drain Pump
1. Loosen the oil filter to vent the system.
2. Remove the dipstick.
