Visual Inspections; Battery; Instruments; Remote Control - Mercury MerCruiser Service Manual

Maintenance
Tube Ref No.
High Performance Gear
87
Lubricant
7. Install the oil vent screw and sealing washer.
8. Continue to pump gear lubricant into the drive through the oil fill and drain hole until gear lubricant appears in the gear lube
monitor.
9. Fill the monitor so that the oil level is in the operating range. Do not overfill.
10. Ensure that the rubber gasket is inside the cap and install. Do not overtighten.
NOTE: Oil capacities include the gear lube monitor.
Bravo One
Bravo Two
Bravo Three (single seawater pickup)
Bravo Three (dual seawater pickup)
11. Remove the pump from the oil fill and drain hole. Quickly install the sealing washer and screw. Tighten securely.
12. Install the propeller. Refer to Propellers.
13. Check the oil level after the first use.
IMPORTANT: Oil level in the gear lube monitor rises and falls during operation. Always check the oil level when the sterndrive
is cool and the engine is off.

Visual Inspections

Battery

NOTE: Refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
1. Ensure that the battery connections are secure.
2. Check the fluid level.

Instruments

1. Ensure that all gauges are properly secured. Tighten the mounting bracket nuts, if they are loose. Do not overtighten.
2. Ensure that all gauge and wiring connections are tight and insulated where necessary.
IMPORTANT: The gauge may be scored or damaged if wiped with abrasive material such as sand, saline or detergent
compounds or washed with solvents such as trichloroethylene and turpentine.
3. Clean the gauges with fresh water to remove sand and salt deposits. Wipe with a soft cloth moistened with water.

Remote Control

1. Inspect the remote controls.
2. Ensure that there are no loose, missing, or damaged components.
3. Repair or replace, as necessary.

Electrical System

NOTE: Refer to Section 4 for specific procedures.
1. Inspect the spark plugs.
2. Inspect the spark plug wires.
3. Inspect the distributor cap.
4. Inspect the entire electrical system for loose, damaged, or corroded fasteners.
5. Repair or replace as necessary.

Exhaust System

NOTE: Refer to Section 7 .
1. Ensure that all hose clamps are tight and connections are secure.
2. Inspect the entire system for damage or leaks.
3. Repair or replace as necessary.
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Description
Model
© 2016 Mercury Marine
Where Used
Sterndrive unit
Capacity
2736 ml (92‑1/2 oz)
3209 ml (108‑1/2 oz)
2972 ml (100‑1/2 oz)
2736 ml (92‑1/2 oz)
92-858064K01
Fluid Type
High Performance Gear Lubricant
90-8M0099748 eng DECEMBER 2015
Part No.