MerCruiser 305 CID (5.0L) Service Manual page 821

VELVET DRIVE 5000 SERIES TRANMISSION
Velvet Drive 5000V V-Drive Specifications
Identification
The transmission identification plate is located on the top left side of the transmission. Refer
to charts following to determine engine and transmission combinations.
Transmission Identification Plate
Transmission Ratios and Part Numbers
Ratio in For-
ward Gear
1
This ratio is shown on identification plate. Ratio may be rounded off in some cases.
Transmission Fluid Capacities
5000V
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.
Transmission Fluid Specification
5000V
Index
Page 8B-4
a - Model Number
b - Ratio (In Forward Gear)
c - Serial Number
d - Identification Plate Model Color Code
Identification Plate
1
Color Code
1.5:1
2:1
2.5:1
Model
1
Use dipstick to determine exact fluid level.
Model
a
d
b
c
Velvet Drive Model
Number
20-02-003
20-02-004
Blue
20-02-005
U.S. Quarts (Liters)
Automatic Transmission Fluid Dexron III or Equivalent
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 24
Mercury Marine
Part Number
807481A5
807481A6
807481A7
U.S. Quarts. (Liters)
1
3 (2-3/4)
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