Mercury TDI 4.2L, Manual

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Section 4 - Maintenance
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DECEMBER 2015 Page 37
Checking
NOTICE
With the engine running, the crankshaft journals or rod journals may strike and break the dipstick, resulting in damage to
internal engine components. Stop the engine completely before removing or inserting the dipstick.
1. If it becomes necessary to check the engine oil level during operation, stop the engine and allow five minutes for the oil to
drain into the pan.
2. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert the dipstick back into the dipstick tube.
3. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. The oil level must be between the indicator marks on the dipstick. If
necessary, add oil as follows.
Dipstick indicator marks
a - Do not add oil
b - Safe operating range
c - Add oil
Filling
IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the engine with oil. When filling the engine with oil always use the dipstick to determine how much
oil is required.
1. Remove the oil fill cap.
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Oil fill cap
2. Add oil to bring the level up to, but not over, the maximum mark on the dipstick.
Description Capacity Fluid Type
Engine oil (with filter) 9.5 L (10.0 US qt) SAE 5W‑30 meeting VW Spec 50700
3. Install the oil fill cap.
Draining Using the Easy Drain System, if Equipped
NOTE: The boat must be out of the water to perform this procedure.
1. Remove the boat from the water.
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b
c
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b
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c
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