Mercury 92-813054A2, Manual

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Section 5 - Maintenance
Page 50 90-8M0069748
eng
APRIL 2012
NOTICE
Improper installation of the transmission fluid filter assembly may cause the fluid to foam or leak out, resulting in decreased
efficiency and damage to the transmission. Properly seat the transmission fluid filter during installation.
12. Tighten the retaining nut.
13. Fill the transmission to the proper level with the specified oil. See
Filling
.
TM 485‑A Technodrive Transmission Fluid
Check Fluid
1. Remove the dipstick.
IMPORTANT: When checking the fluid level, rest the dipstick on top of the threaded housing hole. Do not screw the
dipstick onto the threaded housing hole.
2. Check the fluid level as indicated on the dipstick with the dipstick resting on the top of the threaded hole.
NOTE: The fluid level may be somewhat over the maximum mark, as some of the fluid from the transmission fluid cooler
and hoses may have drained back into the transmission.
3. If the fluid level is below the minimum mark on the dipstick, add transmission fluid. See
Add Fluid
.
a - Dipstick
b - Maximum fluid level
c - Minimum fluid level
IMPORTANT: To accurately check the fluid level, operate the engine at 1500 RPM for two minutes immediately before
checking the level.
4. Start the engine and operate at 1500 RPM for two minutes to fill all the hydraulic circuits.
5. Stop the engine and quickly check the fluid level with the dipstick resting on the top of the threaded hole.
6. If the fluid level is low, add transmission fluid to bring the level up to the maximum mark on the dipstick. See
Add Fluid
.
NOTE: If the transmission fluid level was extremely low, see your local Mercury Diesel authorized repair facility.
7. Install the dipstick.
a
b
c
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