Checking Engine Oil Level; Changing Engine Oil; Changing The Oil Filter; Drive Components - Volvo Penta DPX 500 Instruction Book

Never use parts that are not recommended specifically for marine use. Substituting automotive or generally
supplied parts and hardware may result in product malfunction and possible injury to the operator and/or
passengers. Never use parts of unknown quality.

Checking engine oil level

Remove the dipstick. The oil level must be between the two marks on the dipstick. Add oil as necessary to maintain
the proper level.
Note: Do not allow the crankcase oil level to go below the ADD mark, and do not fill above the FULL mark. Overfilling
results in high operating temperatures, foaming (air in oil), loss of power, and overall reduced engine life.

Changing engine oil

Engine oil and the oil filter are important factors affecting engine life. They affect ease of starting, fuel economy,
combustion chamber deposits, and engine wear. Drain and refill the engine crankcase once each season or every
100 operating hours, whichever comes first. (Also see the maintenance schedule.)
1. Run the engine to warm the crankcase oil (for easier removal).
2. Turn off the engine.
3. Remove oil dipstick, and drain the oil from the crankcase through the dipstick tube, using the special fitting
provided on the tube. This special fitting is provided so that the oil does not have to be drained into the bilge.
4. Withdraw oil with a suction pump.
Note: You may purchase either a manual or an electric suction pump from any marine supply store, or from your
Volvo Penta dealer.
5. Dispose of used oil according to any applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
6. Replace the oil filter.
7. Remove the oil fill cap and fill the crankcase to the specified capacity with Mobil 1 (15-50W) engine oil.

Changing the oil filter

Replace the oil filter whenever the engine oil is changed. This filter is a self-contained, screw-on type.
1. To remove, unscrew filter canister counter-clockwise. Dispose of used filter according to any applicable federal,
state, and local environmental regulations.
2. When attaching a new filter, be sure the gasket is lightly lubricated with motor oil.
3. Hand-tighten only.
4. Run engine and check for leaks. (Do not run engine out of water.)

Drive components _____________________________________________________________

Drive unit lubrication

Lubricating the drive unit
The drive unit is filled at the factory with Volvo Penta DuraPlus GL5 Synthetic gearcase
lubricant. This lubricant must be used when adding lubricant or refilling the drive unit.
Adding lubricant
Each week, check the oil level in the drive unit (if possible, without removing the boat
from the water).
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