Mercury 92-858058K01, Manual

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Section 5 - Maintenance
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FEBRUARY 2011
!
WARNING
An operating or charging battery produces gas that can ignite and explode, spraying out sulfuric acid, which can cause severe
burns. Ventilate the area around the battery and wear protective equipment when handling or servicing batteries.
!
WARNING
Recharging a weak battery in the boat, or using jumper cables and a booster battery to start the engine, can cause serious injury
or product damage from fire or explosion. Remove the battery from the boat and recharge in a ventilated area away from sparks
or flames.
Cooling System and Exhaust System
1. Inspect the cooling and exhaust systems for damage or leaks.
2. Check the cooling and exhaust system hose clamps for tightness.
Lubrication and Torque Maintenance
Driveshaft Slip‑Joint
The driveshaft has a slip‑joint that must be lubricated through a grease fitting. Part of the protective driveshaft shield must be
temporarily removed for access to the grease fitting.
1. Remove the driveshaft shield on the engine end.
Shield on engine end
a - Driveshaft shield
b - Screw (two on each side)
c - Engine end
2. Lubricate the driveshaft slip‑joint through the grease fitting.
a - Driveshaft
b - Grease fitting
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
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U-joint and Gimbal
Bearing Grease
Driveshaft slip-joint 92-802870A1
NOTE: A cup plug is installed in the center of the nearest universal joint on the driveshaft slip‑joint. The plug retains grease
in the spline cavity. A hole in the center of the plug acts as a pressure relief for grease in the spline cavity.
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