Changing Filter; Transmission Fluid; Checking While The Engine Is Warm - Mercury Inboard 5.7L Manual

Maintenance
3. Install the oil pump onto the dipstick tube.
4. Insert the hose end of the crankcase oil pump onto an appropriate container and, using
the handle, pump until the crankcase is empty.
5. Remove the pump.
6. Install the dipstick.

CHANGING FILTER

1. Remove and discard oil filter.
2. Coat sealing ring on new filter with engine oil and install.
3. Tighten oil filter securely (following filter manufacturer's instructions). Do not
overtighten.
4. Remove oil fill cap.
IMPORTANT: Always use dipstick to determine exactly how much oil is required.
5. Add recommended engine oil to bring level up to the bottom of the OK range on the
dipstick.
6. With the boat at rest in the water, check the oil level and add specified fluid to bring the
oil level up to, but not over, the full or OK range.
NOTE: Adding 0.95 liters (1 quart) of engine oil will raise the level from the add mark to the
top of the OK range.
Engine Oil (With Filter)
7. Start the engine, run the engine for three minutes, and check for leaks. Stop the engine.
Allow approximately 5 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. The boat must be at
rest in the water.

Transmission Fluid

Checking While the Engine is Warm

1. Velvet Drive Transmissions ‑ Stop the engine and immediately check fluid level by
turning T‑handle counterclockwise, to remove dipstick. Fluid level should be up to full
mark. If low, add specified fluid through dipstick tube on transmissions.
2. ZF Marine Transmissions ‑ Stop the engine and remove the dipstick to check level. If
fluid is below top (full) line, add specified fluid through dipstick hole. Do not overfill.
Reinstall dipstick with cap fully seated.
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a
b
a - Typical oil pump
b - Dipstick tube
Models Capacity
4.7 liters
(5 U.S. Quart)
c
mc70571-1
c - Oil drain hose
Fluid Type
Mercury/Quicksilver Synthetic Blend MerCruiser Engine Oil
25W‑40
90-860174050 JUNE 2005