Remove the power steering cover and fill cap to check the fluid level. The fluid
level should be slightly below the bottom of the fill hole. Use Synthetic Power
Steering Fluid SAE 0W‑30, if needed.
a -
Power steering cover
b -
Fill cap
c -
Fill/full level
Tube Ref
Description
No.
Synthetic Power
Steering Fluid SAE
138
0W-30
Changing Engine Oil
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY
Engine oil capacity is approximately 7.0 L (7.4 US qt).
PUMP METHOD
IMPORTANT: Tilt the outboard out/up past vertical for approximately one
minute to allow any trapped oil to drain back to the oil sump.
IMPORTANT: To reduce or prevent oil spillage when removing the oil filter,
ensure that the outboard is upright (not tilted) and the engine is cold or has not
run for at least one hour.
1. Tilt the outboard out/up past vertical for approximately one minute to allow
any trapped oil to drain back to the oil sump.
2. Place the outboard in a vertical position.
3. Remove the dipstick.
4. Install the oil extraction tube to the crankcase oil pump.
NOTE: The oil extraction tube can be purchased from a Mercury Marine
Outboard or MerCruiser service dealership.
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MAINTENANCE
a
Where Used
Power steering system
89
b
c
29315
Part No.
92-858077K01