Changing - MerCruiser 496 MAG Owner's Manual

Tube Ref No.
High Performance Gear
87
Lubricant
3. Replace the cap.

Changing

1. Remove the gear lube monitor from the bracket.
2. Empty the contents into a suitable container.
3. Install the gear lube monitor in the bracket.
4. Bravo One Models:
a. Remove the propeller.
b. Position the sterndrive unit to the full down position.
c. Remove the oil fill and drain screw and sealing washer.
d. Drain the fluid into a suitable container.
a
b
5. All Other Models:
a. Place the sterndrive unit in full trim out position.
b. Remove the oil fill and drain screw and sealing washer.
c. Drain the fluid into a suitable container.
b
a
90-899883274 MARCH 2008
Description
a -
b -
mc79506-1
mc79507-1
Where Used
Gear lube monitor
Oil fill and drain screw
Sealing washer
a - Oil fill and drain screw
b - Sealing washer
Section 5 - Maintenance
Part No.
92-858064K01
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