Mercury MerCruiser MCM 454 Mag MPI Service Manual page 922

SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 23
3. Clean strainer tube in suitable solvent.
4. Check oil for the following foreign matter:
Avoid severe transmission damage or possible failure of transmission. Strainer
must be properly installed as follows.
5. Install plastic strainer tube with the notch DOWN and OUT toward the side of the case.
6. Install spring.
7. Coat bushing threads with Quicksilver Perfect Seal. Install and torque bushing to 25 lb.
8. Coat elbow fitting threads with Quicksilver Perfect Seal and install in bushing. Tighten
9. Reconnect hose and tighten securely.
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a - Bushing
b - Spring
c - Plastic Strainer Tube
Metal Particles - A few small particles are normal. Larger metal chips are an early sign
of transmission failure which may mean transmission should be disassembled and in-
spected for internal damage.
Rubber Particles - Indication of cooler hose wear. Hoses should be inspected for
cracks or fraying. Replace damaged hoses.
a - Plastic Strainer Tube
b - Notch
ft. (34 N·m).
securely.
b
a
CAUTION
b
VELVET DRIVE IN-LINE TRANSMISSION
c
a
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