Serpentine Drive Belt; Checking - Mercury Mercruiser Tow Sport 5.7 MPI Manual

Tube Ref. No.
2. Lubricate the shift cable pivot points.
a
Tube Ref. No.

Serpentine Drive Belt

Inspecting the belts with the engine running may cause serious injury or death. Turn off the engine and remove the ignition
key before adjusting tension or inspecting belts.
a
e

Checking

Inspect the drive belt for proper tension and for the following:
• Excessive wear
• Cracks
NOTE: Minor transverse cracks (across the belt width) may be acceptable. Longitudinal cracks (in the direction of belt
length) that join transverse cracks are NOT acceptable.
• Fraying
• Glazed surfaces
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Description
Synthetic Blend MerCruiser Engine Oil
SAE25W‑40
Description
Synthetic Blend MerCruiser Engine Oil
SAE25W‑40
a - Idler pulley
b - Circulating pump pulley
c - Crankshaft pulley
d - Alternator pulley
e - Seawater pump pulley
b
d
c
6089
Detent ball and shift lever
a - Pivot points
a
5935
Shift cable pivot points
WARNING
!
Section 5 - Maintenance
Where Used
92‑883725K01
holes
Where Used
92‑883725K01
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