Fluid Specifications - MerCruiser 305 CID (5.0L) Service Manual

SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 24

Fluid Specifications

Make and Model
Velvet Drive
Velvet Drive
NOTE:
Warm Fluid Level Check: The transmission should be at operating temperature [190° F
(90° C) maximum] to receive an accurate oil level reading.
Cold Fluid Level Check: To ease checking fluid level, the dipstick can be marked or
scribed. First the procedure for warm fluid level must be performed, then allow boat to sit
overnight. Remove and wipe clean the dipstick. Insert clean dipstick and mark the cold fluid
level.
Pressure Specifications
Engine
2000
3000
Index
90-861327--1 OCTOBER 1999
71C In-Line
72 Series
V-Drive
1
Use dipstick to determine fluid exact level.
Neutral Gear PSI
(kPa)
rpm
MIn.
250 –
600 115 (793)
–
–
VELVET DRIVE IN-LINE AND V-DRIVE TRANSMISSION
Capacity
Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid
1
1-1/2 (1.33)
Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid
1
3 (2.75)
Forward Gear PSI
(kPa)
Max. Min.
– 70 (483)
135 (931) 115 (793)
– 125 (862)
– 135 (931) 180 (1241)
Fluid Type
Mobil 424 or
Do Not Mix!
Mobil 424 or
Do Not Mix!
Reverse Gear PSI
(kPa)
Max. Min.
– 70 (483)
140 (965) 120 (827)
160 (1103) 125 (862)
–
Max.
–
140 (965)
160 (1103)
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