BRP Evinrude E-TEC G2 Service Manual page 21

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Lubricant level should be between the marks as
shown.
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1.5 in.
(38 mm)
Lubricant Level
1. Maximum
2. Minimum
If lubricant level is low, refer to Gearcase Leak
Test on p. 361.
Draining
CAUTION
Gearcase lubricant may be under pressure
and/or hot if outboard was recently operated
or if gearcase lubricant is above the Maxi-
mum level.
Wear safety glasses and take precautions to
avoid injury when removing vent hose from
reservoir upper fitting.
ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE
Dispose of used oil or oil contaminated towels in
an environmentally responsible manner, or
according to local regulations.
Carefully remove vent hose from the reservoir
upper fitting.
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1. Vent hose upper fitting
Remove the low water intake screens. Then
remove the lubricant drain/fill plug. Drain the lubri-
cant from the gearcase into a suitable container.
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1. Lubricant drain/fill plug
Trim the engine up slightly to completely drain
lubricant from the gearcase. Use shop towels to
clean up any spilled oil.
Inspection
Inspect the lubricant for metal chips. The pres-
ence of metal fuzz can indicate normal wear of
the gears, bearings, or shafts within the gearcase.
Metal chips can indicate extensive internal dam-
age.
Inspect the lubricant for water contamination.
Water can make the lubricant milky in appear-
ance. However, normal aeration can also cause
the same appearance.
To check for water contamination, put lubricant
into a clear container. Allow the oil to settle for a
minimum of one hour to determine if there is an
abnormal amount of water in the oil.
If water is present, refer to Gearcase Leak Test
on p. 361.
Overheated lubricant will have a black color and
burned odor.
Internal gearcase inspection is recommended
when lubricant is contaminated or shows signs of
failure.
Filling
Refer to Service Specifications on p. 12 for lubri-
cant capacities.
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Routine Service
Maintenance
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