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Section 5 - Maintenance
Shift Cable
Lubricate the pivot points and guide contact surfaces.
a
Tube Ref No.
SAE Engine Oil 30W
80
Drive Belts
All drive belts must be periodically inspected for tension and condition, such as excessive wear, cracks, fraying, or glazed
surfaces.
Inspecting the belts with the engine running may cause serious injury or death. Turn off the engine and remove the ignition
key before adjusting tension or inspecting belts.
Serpentine Belt Inspection
Should the serpentine belt need replacement, consult your Mercury Diesel authorized repair facility.
1.
Inspect the serpentine belt for proper tension and for the following:
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Excessive wear
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Cracks
NOTE: Minor, transverse cracks (across the belt width) may be acceptable. Longitudinal cracks (in the direction of
belt length) that join transverse cracks are not acceptable.
•
Fraying
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13347
Description
b
25603
Typical inboard model shift cable and transmission linkage
a -
Pivot points
b -
Guide contact surface
Where Used
Shift cable pivot points and guide contact surfaces
WARNING
!
2.0L front cover removed
a -
Serpentine belt
b -
Power‑assisted steering belt (sterndrive only)
a
Part No.
Obtain Locally
90-8M0089579
MARCH 2014
eng
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