Diagnostic
N/A - Milky colored appearance of gear oil (N/A)
Cause: Water contamination in the gear oil Test: Inspect drained gear oil for milky or discolored appearance
Diagnostic
Cause: Water contamination in the gear oil Test: Inspect drained gear oil for milky or discolored appearance
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Ask Boat Guru about thisSpec · Mercury or Quicksilver gear oil, or API GL-5: SAE #80 to #90 conditions={"standard":"API GL-5","viscosity":"SAE #80 to #90"}
Procedure · 1. Stop the engine and close the air vent screw. WARNING: Ensure the proper procedures are followed for transportation and storage of the outboard to avoid the possibility of oil leaks. 2. Close the fuel valve knob. D...
Spec · approx. 195 mL
Procedure · 1. Store outboard in an upright (vertical) position to allow water to drain out of the outboard. WARNING: Do NOT store the outboard in a tilted position. Water trapped in the cooling passages or rain water collected i...
Diagnostic · Cause: Gearcase seal failure allowing water ingress Test: Visually inspect drained lubricant for water separation or milky appearance