Mercury 92-858058K01, Manual

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Section 5 - Maintenance
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FEBRUARY 2011
3. Inspect the gear lube level in the gear lube monitor. The gear lube level should be between the "COLD FILL LEVEL" (cold
full line) and the "MAX OPERATING LEVEL" (hot full line).
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"COLD FILL LEVEL" (cold full line)
NOTE: After the drive has been operated and the gear lube is hot, the fluid expands and may be up to the "MAX OPERATING
LEVEL" (hot full line).
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"MAX OPERATING LEVEL" (hot full line)
IMPORTANT: If any water is visible at the bottom of the gear lube monitor or if the gear lube appears discolored, contact your
Cummins MerCruiser Diesel Authorized Repair Facility immediately. These conditions may indicate a water leak in the drive.
4. If the level is lower than the "COLD FILL LEVEL" (cold full line), refer to
Filling
.
NOTE: The Premium Gear Lubricant used during the break‑in period is brown in color. The color of High Performance Gear
Lube, used after break‑in, is blue. Do not mix the gear lubricants.
5. If the cap was removed, ensure that the gasket for the gear lube monitor cap is properly positioned and install the cap. Do
not overtighten.
a - Gear lube monitor
b - Cap
6. Install the drive cover if removed. Refer to
Installing the Drive Cover
.
7. If your model is equipped with a drive cover, install the access cover.
a
b
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