GEARCASE LUBRICANT CAPACITY
NOTE: Gearcase lubricant capacity applies to gearcases previously filled and
drained and accounts for residual oil not drained. For new or rebuilt gearcases
without residual oil, Method 2 using the fill/vent screws is the only
recommended fill method.
Gearcase Lubricant Capacity
2.8 L (3.0 US qt)
DRAINING AND FILLING THE GEARCASE USING FILL/EVACUATION
TUBE—METHOD 1
Draining the Gearcase
1. Trim the engine out to approximately 30 degrees.
2. Open the hood. Refer to
Hood Opening
.
3. Remove the cap from the gearcase fill/evacuation tube and install the fluid
drain hose from the fluid transfer pump assembly onto the tube. The lock
button on the fluid drain hose will snap into place.
NOTE: A powered Mercury fluid transfer pump is recommended, as it is
equipped with an appropriate fluid drain hose. If an alternative transfer pump is
used, obtain a Mercury fluid drain hose to adapt to the pump.
Fluid Transfer Pump
8M0180953
72539
Aids in the removal and addition of
engine fluids.
MAINTENANCE
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