Mercury MerCruiser MCM 454 Mag MPI Service Manual page 254

454 CID (7.4L) / 502 CID (8.2L)
3. Install oil pan gasket in position as shown.
NOTE: A one-piece oil pan gasket may be re-used if it is still pliable and is not cracked, torn
or otherwise damaged.
4. Install oil pan. Starting from the center and working outward in each direction, torque to
18 lb-ft (25 Nm).
5. Install dipstick tube(s) and dipstick(s). Be certain, if equipped with two tubes, that they
are fitted where they were removed, and positioned as shown following.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT move or disturb the orientation of fitting on bottom of pan or
incorrect oil level readings may be obtained.
6. Fill crankcase with required quantity of oil of specified viscosity. See SECTION 1B
"Maintenance."
Index
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a - Oil Pan Gasket
a - Factory Positioned Fitting For Tubes (Do Not Move)
b - Port Tube
c - Starboard Tube
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SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 23
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90-861326--1 MARCH 1999