S-Drive And Reverse Gear - Volvo Penta 22 Series Instruction Book

S-drive and reverse gear

The S-drive and in certain cases the propeller (reverse gear) is equipped with a sacrificial anode which prevents
galvanic corrosion. Faulty electrical installation can also cause the break down of the galvanic protection. Damage
due to electrolytic corrosion occurs rapidly and is often extensive. For further information see the chapter:
"Electrical system"
IMPORTANT! Improperly applied paint or the wrong type of paint on the keel can put the corrosion protection
system out of action. For further information on painting see the chapter: Laying up/Launching
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Oil level. S-drive and MS2
Remove the dipstick by turning/screwing it anti
clockwise. Dry off the dipstick and reinstall it in the
drive, without screwing it into place. Remove again
and check that the oil level is between the MAX and
MIN markings on the dipstick. Top up oil if necessary.
IMPORTANT! The oil level should always be
within the MAX and MIN range marked on the
dipstick.
Oil change. S-drive
Remove the oil dipstick. Remove the plug on the
propeller gear housing and let the oil run out. Check
that the plug o-ring is intact. Replace if necessary.
Install the plug and o-ring. Top up oil to correct level.
For oil quality and capacity: See the chapter
"Technical Data".
IMPORTANT! If the oil is colored gray then water
has entered the drive. Please contact your
authorized Volvo Penta dealer.
Oil change. MS2
Remove the oil dipstick. Suck up oil using an oil pump
through the hole for the dipstick. Top up oil to correct
level. For oil quality and capacity: See the chapter
"Technical Data".
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