Specifications

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General Maintenance Information
WARNING
Always disconnect battery cables from battery before working around electrical system components
to prevent injury to yourself or damage to electrical system.
WARNING
Always disconnect battery cables from battery BEFORE working on fuel system to prevent fire. This
eliminates the engine wiring as a potential source of ignition.
IMPORTANT: Refer to Maintenance Schedules for complete listing of all routine and scheduled mainte-
nance to be performed. Some listings can be done by owner/operator, while others should be performed
by an Authorized Mercury MerCruiser Dealer. Before attempting maintenance or repair procedures not
covered in this manual, it is recommended that a Mercury MerCruiser Service Manual(s) be purchased
and read thoroughly.
CD562
Maintenance Aids
1 Power Steering System - Quicksilver Power Trim and Steering Fluid, or Dexron II automatic transmission fluid
(ATF).
2 All pivot points - SAE 30W motor oil.
3 Exposed Portion of Steering Cable and Propeller Shaft - Quicksilver Special Lubricant 101.
4 Sterndrive Unit - Quicksilver Hi-Performance Gear Lube.
5 All Grease Fittings - Quicksilver 2-4-C Marine Lubricant.
6 Engine Coupler and Universal Joint Shaft Splines - Quicksilver Engine Coupler Spline Grease
(92-816391A4).
7 All Exterior Surfaces - Quicksilver Primer and Spray Paint, as needed, and Quicksilver Corrosion Guard.
8 Power Trim System - Quicksilver Power Trim and Steering Fluid, or SAE 10W-30 motor oil.
9 Crankcase Oil - use ONLY specified engine oil. Refer to “Specifications”.
10Closed Cooling System Coolant - use ONLY specified engine coolant. Refer to “Specifications”.
11 Universal Joints - Quicksilver U-Joint and Gimbal Bearing Grease (92-828052A3).