Mercury 40 JET FOURSTROKE Operation, Maintenance & Installation Manual page 69

iii. Connect the vent hose onto the grease fitting after greasing.
a
NOTE: After 30 hours of operation, pump in extra grease to purge out any
moisture. Visually inspecting the purged grease at this time will give an
indication of conditions inside the bearing housing. A gradual increase in
moisture content indicates seal wear. If the grease begins to turn a dark, dirty
gray color, the driveshaft bearing and seals should be inspected and replaced
if necessary. Some discoloration of the grease is normal during the break‑in
period on a new set of seals.
2. Lubricate the following with Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants
2‑4‑C with PTFE.
Tube Ref
Description
No.
2-4-C with PTFE
95
• Tilt support lever ‑ Lubricate through fitting.
• Swivel bracket ‑ Lubricate through fitting.
a
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MAINTENANCE
a -
b -
b
28691
Tilt support lever, swivel bracket, tilt
tube, steering cable grease fitting
28466
Grease fitting
Vent hose
Where Used
a - Tilt support lever
b - Swivel bracket
b
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Part No.
92-802859A 1