Fluid Specifications (496); Fluid Specifications; Engine; Bravo Sterndrives - MerCruiser 496 MAG Bravo User Manual

Section 4 - Specifications
Horsepower
Kilowatts
Number of cylinders
Displacement
Bore and Stroke
Compression ratio
Idle RPM in neutral
Specified WOT RPM range
Minimum oil pressure @ idle
Thermostat
Timing @ idle
Firing order
Electrical system
Alternator Rating
Recommended battery rating (Non‑DTS models) (minimum)
Recommended battery rating (DTS models) (minimum)
Spark plug type
Spark plug gap

Fluid Specifications (496)

Fluid Specifications

IMPORTANT: All capacities are approximate fluid measures.

Engine

IMPORTANT: It may be necessary to adjust oil levels depending on installation angle and
cooling systems (heat exchanger and fluid lines).
Always use the dipstick to determine the exact quantity of oil or fluid required.
All Models
Engine oil (with filter)
Seawater cooling system (winterization use
only)
Closed cooling system

Bravo Sterndrives

NOTE: Oil capacity includes gear lube monitor.
Model
Bravo One
Bravo Two
Bravo Three
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Models
8.5 liters (9 U.S. qt.)
20 liters (21 U.S. qt.) Propylene Glycol and Purified Water
18 liters (19 U.S. qt.)
Capacity
2736 ml (92‑1/2 oz.)
3209 ml (108‑1/2 oz.)
2972 ml (100‑1/2 oz.)
496 MAG
375
280
108 × 111 mm (4.25 × 4.38 in.)
4400‑4800
12‑Volt Negative (‑) Ground
750 CCA, 950 MCA, or 180 Ah
800 CCA, 1000 MCA, or 190 Ah
AC Platinum (AC 41‑983)
Capacity
Mercury/Quicksilver Synthetic Blend
MerCruiser Engine Oil 25W‑40
Mercury Extended Life Coolant/
Antifreeze or Extended Life Ethylene
Glycol 5/100 Coolant/Antifreeze mixed
50/50 with Purified Water
Fluid Type
High Performance Gear Lubricant
90-864839061 NOVEMBER 2006
496 MAG HO
425
317
8
8.1 L (496 cid)
9.1:1
650
4600‑5000
103 kPa (15 psi)
71° C (160° F)
Not Adjustable
1‑8‑7‑2‑6‑5‑4‑3
65 amp
1.5 mm (0.060 in.)
Fluid Type