Drive Components (Sx-A/Dps-A); Drive Unit Lubrication (Sx-A/Dps-A); Checking The Drive Unit Lubricant (Sx-A/Dps-A); Draining And Filling The Drive Unit (Sx-A/Dps-A) - Volvo 5.0OSiE-J Operator's Manual

Drive Components (SX-A/DPS-A)

The drive unit is filled at the factory with Volvo Penta Synthetic Gear Oil. Change lubricant every 100 hours or every
12 months, whichever occurs first. Use Volvo Penta Synthetic GL5 75W90 Gearcase Lubricant.
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Drive Unit Lubrication (SX-A/DPS-A)

Checking the Drive Unit Lubricant (SX-A/DPS-A)

NOTICE! Improper oil level, under- or overfilled, will
result in serious internal sterndrive dam-
age.
Check lubricant (oil) level in sterndrive at each usage.
Oil level and condition checks are the best ways to
catch sterndrive problems before serious damage oc-
curs.
1. Screw dipstick fully into hole, then remove.
2. Check oil level on dipstick. Oil should show on flat
portion F of dipstick.
If oil level is low, add small amounts through dip-
stick opening until oil is at proper level.
If level is too high, remove until oil is at proper lev-
el. See oil drain procedure below.
3. Check O-ring on dipstick for wear or nicks.
Replace if needed. Tighten dipstick to
48–72 in. lb. (5.4–8.1 Nm).
During oil level check, inspect oil for signs of water in-
trusion. The oil should be amber in color. Milky looking
oil indicates water mixed with the oil. Also check for
metal or other debris in oil. If moisture or metal flakes
appear in the drive unit oil, take the boat to your Volvo
Penta dealer.

Draining and Filling the Drive Unit (SX-A/DPS-A)

NOTICE! After oil change, check level with dipstick
before operating drive.
When a complete change of sterndrive oil is required,
proceed as follows:
1. Remove propeller(s). Oil drain plug is located in
front of propeller(s). For additional information,
see Propeller Care on page 102.
2. Place sterndrive in full down position.
3. Place a 4-quart or larger drain pan under lower
gearcase skeg to catch oil.
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